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Mental Health Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
ALL the statements made by a widow demonstrates that her grief work has been effective EXCEPT?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because expressing confusion or disbelief about the death of a loved one indicates unresolved grief. A: Remembering positive memories shows acceptance. B: Engaging in new activities indicates coping and moving forward. C: Acknowledging negative traits is part of the grief process. Overall, D stands out as it shows lack of acceptance and understanding of the loss.
Question 2 of 5
An adult says, 'Most of the time I'm happy and feel good about myself. I have learned that what I get out of something is proportional to the effort I put into it.' Which number on this mental health continuum should the nurse select?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The adult in the question demonstrates positive self-esteem, feeling happy and recognizing the relationship between effort and outcomes. This aligns with Level 5 on the mental health continuum, indicating high mental health and well-being. Level 1 represents severe mental health issues, Level 2 reflects low self-esteem, and Level 3 indicates moderate mental health challenges.
Therefore, the correct answer is D as it best describes the individual's positive mindset and healthy perspective on life.
Question 3 of 5
A patient with acute depression states, "God is punishing me for my past sins." What is the nurse's most therapeutic response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it acknowledges the patient's feelings without challenging or dismissing them. It shows empathy and validates the patient's emotions, promoting a therapeutic relationship.
Choice B may invalidate the patient's feelings.
Choice C may come off as confrontational.
Choice D assumes the patient's beliefs and may not address their emotional distress effectively.
Question 4 of 5
A client is hospitalized on a psychiatric unit secondary to a suicide attempt. He has been diagnosed with depression. He has been consistently depressed. When assessing the client, which of the following would alert the nurse that the client's suicidal risk has worsened?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because the client stating that he feels better as he interacts more with other clients is a significant indicator of worsening suicidal risk. This change in behavior, from being consistently depressed to feeling better with social interaction, could indicate a sudden shift in mood, which may signal a potential spike in impulsivity and risk-taking behavior, including suicidal ideation.
A, B, and D are incorrect:
A: Expressing feeling more depressed can be a sign of deteriorating mental health, but it doesn't necessarily indicate an immediate increase in suicidal risk.
B: Lethargy and isolation are common symptoms of depression and may not directly correlate with a sudden increase in suicidal risk.
D: If the energy level and degree of depression remain the same, it may not indicate a worsening of suicidal risk unless other significant changes in behavior or mood are observed.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient with anxiety and observes the patient yelling and screaming. The nurse, integrating Peplau's theory, interprets this behavior as which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Step-by-step rationale:
1. In Peplau's theory, the nurse-patient relationship is crucial.
2. Yelling and screaming may indicate the patient is releasing pent-up emotions.
3. Relief behaviors suggest the patient is expressing emotions to alleviate anxiety.
4. This behavior aligns with the nurse providing emotional support.
5. Panic behaviors (
A) imply uncontrollable fear, not necessarily related to relief.
6. Empathetic linkage (
C) involves connecting with patient emotions, not just observing.
7. Social distance (
D) is about maintaining boundaries, not addressing emotional distress.
Summary:
Choice B is correct because it reflects the patient's expression of relief, which aligns with Peplau's theory of nurse-patient relationship.
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not address the specific emotional dynamics observed in the scenario.