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Stage Theories of Health Behavior Questions
Question 1 of 5
The id, the ego, and the superego theory was established by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
The expected behavioral development of the child that is between the ages of 6 and 12 is the following:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A patient experiencing significant stress associated with a disturbing new medical diagnosis asks the nurse, Do you think saying a prayer would help? Select the nurses best answer.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Many patients find that spiritual measures, including prayer, are helpful in mediating stress. Studies have shown that spiritual practices can enhance the sense of well-being. When a patient suggests a viable means of reducing stress, it should be supported by the nurse. Indicating that prayer is the patients only hope is pessimistic and would cause further distress. Suggesting meditation or other alternatives to prayer implies that the nurse does not think prayer would be effective.
Question 4 of 5
A person with a fear of heights drives across a high bridge. Which structure will stimulate a response from the autonomic nervous system?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The individual will find this experience stressful. The hypothalamus functions as the command-and-control center when receiving stressful signals. The hypothalamus responds to signals of stress by engaging the autonomic nervous system. The parietal lobe is responsible for interpretation of other sensations. The thalamus processes messages associated with pain and wakefulness. The pituitary gland may be involved in other aspects of the persons response but would not stimulate the autonomic nervous system.
Question 5 of 5
Which outcome would be most appropriate for a symptom-management group for persons with schizophrenia? Group members will:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An appropriate psychoeducational focus for patients with schizophrenia is managing their symptoms; coping with symptoms such as impaired memory or impaired reality testing can improve functioning and enhance their quality of life. Names of medications might be appropriate for a medication education group but would be a low priority for symptom management. Addressing intra-family issues would be more appropriate within a family therapy group or possibly a support group. Rating anxiety lower would be an expected outcome for a stress-management group.