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Psychotropic Medications 101 Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has been prescribed an antipsychotic medication. Which of the following is a priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Assessing the patient for extrapyramidal symptoms. This is the priority nursing intervention because antipsychotic medications can cause these potentially serious side effects that require immediate attention. Extrapyramidal symptoms can include dystonia, akathisia, parkinsonism, and tardive dyskinesia. Regular assessment allows for prompt identification and intervention. Monitoring for weight gain (A), providing education on medication adherence (C), and reassuring the patient (D) are important aspects of care but assessing for extrapyramidal symptoms takes precedence due to the potential impact on the patient's safety and well-being.
Question 2 of 5
Eventually JS agrees to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which member of the team is responsible for obtaining the client’s informed consent?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Physician. Informed consent for ECT is a medical procedure, thus the physician is responsible. They are trained to explain the risks, benefits, and alternatives of the treatment. Psychologists focus on therapy, case managers coordinate services, and registered nurses assist with patient care but do not typically obtain informed consent for medical procedures like ECT.
Question 3 of 5
When caring for a patient who has multiple health problems and related medical diagnoses, nurses can best perform nursing diagnoses and nursing interventions by developing a:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: nursing care plan. A nursing care plan is a systematic approach that outlines the patient's health problems, nursing diagnoses, goals, interventions, and evaluation methods. Nurses can best perform nursing diagnoses and interventions by developing a nursing care plan because it provides a structured framework for organizing and prioritizing patient care. Critical pathways (A) are specific timelines for care delivery, not comprehensive plans. Concept maps (C) are visual tools used for organizing information but may not provide detailed interventions. Diagnostic labels (D) are part of nursing diagnoses but do not encompass the comprehensive plan of care.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement made by a patient demonstrates a healthy degree of resilience? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct Answer: A Rationale: Statement A reflects healthy resilience as it shows the ability to maintain emotional boundaries and not internalize negativity from others. This indicates good self-awareness and coping strategies. In contrast, statement B suggests a negative thought pattern, linking anger to depression. Statement C implies a fatalistic view, lacking agency. Statement D demonstrates emotional regulation but doesn't directly relate to resilience against adversity.
Question 5 of 5
As work through Mrs. M’s assessment, you evaluate her possible level of resilience. Which other characteristic would you expect her to have?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Optimism. Rationale: 1. Resilience refers to one's ability to bounce back from adversity. 2. Optimism is closely linked to resilience as it involves having a positive outlook and belief in one's ability to overcome challenges. 3. Optimistic individuals are more likely to cope effectively with stress and setbacks. 4. Therefore, evaluating Mrs. M's resilience would involve looking for signs of optimism in her attitude and behavior. Summary: - Choice B: Patriotism is unrelated to resilience and not a characteristic that directly indicates one's ability to cope with adversity. - Choice C: Aggressiveness may not necessarily contribute to resilience and can sometimes hinder effective coping strategies. - Choice D: Depressed affect is a sign of low resilience rather than a characteristic expected in someone with high resilience.