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Mental Health 6 Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A group of nursing students is reviewing information about the different types of group. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as a characteristic of a self-help group that differentiates it from a supportive therapy group?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: The group is led by a consumer. In a self-help group, members lead the group as they have personal experience with the issue being discussed. This is crucial for creating a supportive environment where individuals can share their experiences and provide guidance based on their own journeys. Option A is incorrect because self-help groups are typically not led by professionals. Option C is incorrect because even though there may not be a formal leader, members often take on leadership roles. Option D is incorrect because while self-help groups do focus on specific problems, the key differentiating factor is that they are led by individuals who have lived through those problems.
Question 2 of 5
After teaching a group of students about the various concepts involving suicide, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students describe parasuicide as which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Nonfatal act with the intent to die. Parasuicide refers to self-harming behaviors that are not fatal but are carried out with the intention of causing harm or death to oneself. This differs from a voluntary act of killing oneself (Option A), as parasuicide does not result in death. It also differs from all suicide-related behaviors and thoughts (Option B), as parasuicide specifically involves nonfatal actions. Finally, it is distinct from a voluntary attempt without death as the aim (Option D), as parasuicide is characterized by the intent to die, even though death may not occur.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is planning a presentation to a group of nursing students on the topic of anxiety disorders. Which of the following would the nurse include when describing panic disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct Answer: A Rationale: Individuals with panic disorder often experience sudden and intense physical symptoms mimicking a heart attack, such as chest pain and shortness of breath, leading them to believe they are having a heart attack. This is known as a panic attack. It is crucial for the nurse to include this information in the presentation to accurately describe panic disorder. Summary: - Option B is incorrect because agoraphobia is a separate anxiety disorder and does not necessarily reduce the frequency of panic attacks. - Option C is incorrect as panic disorder can onset at any age, not just after 30 years. - Option D is incorrect as depression is a common comorbid condition with panic disorder.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a client diagnosed with bulimia nervosa about her family and her relationship with her mother. Which statement by the client would the nurse least likely associate with bulimia nervosa?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because in bulimia nervosa, individuals often have enmeshed relationships with their mothers, feeling overly dependent or fused with them. Choice D suggests a healthy boundary between the client and her mother, indicating a level of independence not typically associated with bulimia nervosa. Choices A, B, and C all align with common themes seen in individuals with bulimia nervosa, such as seeking emotional support from the mother, feeling responsible for the mother's emotions, and experiencing a lack of structure or rules within the family dynamic.
Question 5 of 5
The mother of a child with Asperger disorder tells the nurse that her child has few playmates. She states, 'He has such poor social skills with other children, and he strongly rejects any change in his routine by throwing a tantrum.' Based on this information, the nurse identifies which nursing diagnosis as the priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Risk for Social Isolation related to poor social skills of the child. The priority is to address the risk of social isolation because the child's poor social skills and rejection of changes in routine are indicators of potential isolation from peers. Social interaction is crucial for a child's development, and addressing this risk can help improve the child's social skills and overall well-being. Choice A is incorrect because self-care deficits are not the priority in this scenario. Choice B is incorrect as the child's behavior does not directly indicate a risk for injury. Choice C is incorrect because the focus should be on the child's social needs rather than solely on the family's coping mechanisms.