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Mental Health 6 Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is performing an assessment interview with a patient. The patient tells the nurse that he has a type A personality. Based on the nurse's interpretation, the nurse would expect which behavior by the patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because individuals with type A personalities are typically characterized by impatience, time urgency, and a desire for efficiency. Wanting the interview to be over as quickly as possible aligns with these traits. Choice A is incorrect as type A personalities are often characterized by being competitive and high-strung rather than relaxed. Choice C is incorrect as type A personalities tend to be impatient and may not be pleased with the pace of the interview. Choice D is incorrect as type A personalities are known for being quick to respond rather than speaking slowly.
Question 2 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 3 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 4 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.
Question 5 of 5
A client has a co-occurring diagnosis of alcoholism and bipolar disorder. He was brought to the emergency department by two policemen who had broken up a fight that the client had gotten into in a neighborhood bar. The client is intrusive and verbose about having diplomatic immunity and his pressing need to tour the bistate area to promote his bid for the presidency. The client has had multiple admissions to the hospital's psychiatric unit, and he has almost always experienced alcohol withdrawal syndrome immediately after his previous admissions. Which of the following would be a priority for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because monitoring the client's vital signs is crucial in assessing for early signs of alcohol withdrawal, which is a life-threatening condition. This is a priority as the client has a history of experiencing alcohol withdrawal after previous admissions. Administering mood-stabilizing medications (A) may be necessary but not the immediate priority. Asking the client to refrain from being intrusive (C) is not addressing the underlying issue of alcohol withdrawal and bipolar disorder. Referring the client to a substance abuse treatment center (D) is important but not the priority when the client is exhibiting signs of potential alcohol withdrawal.