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Psychotropic Medication Questions
Question 1 of 5
An incest survivor undergoing treatment at the mental health clinic is relieved when she learns that her anxiety and depression are:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because anxiety and depression are common reactions to posttraumatic events like incest. This survivor's symptoms are considered normal responses to the trauma she experienced. It is crucial to validate her feelings and experiences. Choice A is incorrect as eradicating these symptoms completely may not be realistic. Choice B is incorrect as these symptoms may persist longer than expected. Choice C is incorrect as these symptoms are not abnormal given the circumstances. In summary, choice D is correct because it acknowledges the survivor's experiences as normal reactions to trauma, promoting understanding and validation in the therapeutic process.
Question 2 of 5
When considering culturally competent care for a Muslim patient diagnosed with cardiac problems, which intervention is particularly important to implement initially when a low-fat diet is prescribed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Identifying dietary considerations. This is important because it involves understanding the specific dietary restrictions and preferences of the Muslim patient, such as halal food requirements and cultural foods. Requesting a dietary consult (A) may be necessary but not the initial step. Explaining the importance of a low-fat diet (C) is important but should come after identifying specific dietary considerations. Including the family in conversation about food preparation (D) is beneficial but not the initial step in culturally competent care for the patient's low-fat diet.
Question 3 of 5
Which nursing intervention demonstrates the ethical principle of beneficence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because providing frequent updates to the family of a patient in surgery demonstrates beneficence by promoting the well-being of the patient through communication and support. This intervention helps alleviate anxiety and fosters trust. A: Refusing to administer a placebo is not demonstrating beneficence as it may be withholding potential benefits from the patient. B: Attending an in-service on IV pumps is important but does not directly relate to the ethical principle of beneficence. D: Respecting the patient's right to make decisions is based on autonomy, not beneficence.
Question 4 of 5
Based on Maslow's hierarchy of needs, physiological needs for a restrained patient include: Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Checking the tightness of the restraints. In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, physiological needs, such as safety, air, water, food, and rest, are the most basic. Checking the tightness of restraints ensures the patient's safety and physical well-being by preventing injury or discomfort. Private toileting and oral hydration are important but fall under basic hygiene and hydration needs, not specifically related to a restrained patient's safety. Therapeutic communication is essential for psychological well-being but does not address the immediate physiological needs of a restrained patient. Maintaining a patent airway is crucial for breathing but is not directly related to the physical safety aspect of restraints.
Question 5 of 5
A young patient comes with progressive cognitive decline, a personality disorder, and chorea. He gets diagnosed with a neurodegenerative disorder. A CT scan showed atrophy of the head of the caudate nucleus. Which neurotransmitter is involved in the disorder?
Correct Answer: D
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