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Behavioral Theory of Mental Health Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which factor is least important in the decision regarding whether a victim of family violence can safely remain in the home?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Step 1: The victim's safety is the top priority in cases of family violence. Step 2: Factors like availability of shelters, caretaker's intervention, and victim's response to relocation directly impact safety. Step 3: Socioeconomic status does not guarantee safety and can be addressed through other means. Step 4: Therefore, the family's socioeconomic status is least important for ensuring the victim's safety.
Question 2 of 5
A client with panic disorder experiences an acute attack while the nurse is completing an admission assessment. List the following interventions according to their level of priority.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Remain with the client. This is the highest priority as it provides immediate support and reassurance, helping to prevent harm and promote safety during the panic attack. Choice B (Encourage physical activity) may worsen symptoms, choice C (Encourage low, deep breathing) may not be effective during an acute attack, and choice D (Reduce external stimuli) may not address the immediate need for support and reassurance.
Question 3 of 5
The parents of a young man with schizophrenia express feelings of responsibility and guilt for their son's problems. How can the nurse best educate the family?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Explain the biological nature of schizophrenia. This option educates the family about the genetic and neurological factors contributing to schizophrenia, reducing feelings of guilt and responsibility. It promotes understanding that the disorder is not caused by parenting. Choice A is incorrect because acknowledging the parents' responsibility can exacerbate their guilt. Choice C is incorrect as solely referring to a support group may not address the underlying issue of guilt. Choice D is incorrect as it may imply that the parents are at fault and need to change, perpetuating feelings of guilt.
Question 4 of 5
Which nursing statement is a good example of the therapeutic communication technique of focusing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because it demonstrates the therapeutic communication technique of focusing by redirecting the conversation back to a specific topic, the relationship with the father. This helps the client explore their thoughts and feelings on a particular issue in depth. Choice A is incorrect as it does not focus on a specific topic. Choice B is incorrect as it does not guide the conversation towards a particular subject. Choice C is incorrect as it does not involve redirecting the conversation to a specific issue for exploration.
Question 5 of 5
A mother rescues two of her four children from a house fire. In the emergency department, she cries, "I should have gone back in to get them. I should have died, not them." What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because it acknowledges the mother's feelings of guilt and validates her emotions. By stating, "You're feeling guilty because you weren't able to save your children," the nurse shows empathy and understanding towards the mother's distress. This response helps the mother process her emotions and begin to cope with the traumatic event. Choice A is incorrect as it focuses on physical barriers rather than the mother's emotional state. Choice C does not address the mother's feelings of guilt and instead redirects her attention to a different aspect of the situation. Choice D is incorrect as it dismisses the mother's emotions and suggests avoidance rather than confronting her feelings.