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Mental Health 6 Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following questions would be most helpful in beginning an initial assessment interview for a patient who has just been admitted to a psychiatric inpatient unit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Step 1: Asking "What brings you into the hospital today?" is most helpful as it allows the patient to express their immediate concerns and reasons for admission. Step 2: This question helps establish rapport, gather important information, and set the tone for the assessment. Step 3: Understanding the patient's presenting issues is crucial for providing appropriate care and intervention. Step 4: The other options are not as relevant for the initial assessment as they focus on past psychiatric history, suicidal ideation, or unrelated personal relationships. Summary: Option B is the correct choice as it focuses on the current situation, which is crucial for the initial assessment, while the other options are less relevant for gathering immediate, pertinent information.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
After teaching a group of students about the various concepts involving suicide, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students describe parasuicide as which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Nonfatal act with the intent to die. Parasuicide refers to self-harming behaviors that are not fatal but are carried out with the intention of causing harm or death to oneself. This differs from a voluntary act of killing oneself (Option A), as parasuicide does not result in death. It also differs from all suicide-related behaviors and thoughts (Option B), as parasuicide specifically involves nonfatal actions. Finally, it is distinct from a voluntary attempt without death as the aim (Option D), as parasuicide is characterized by the intent to die, even though death may not occur.
Question 4 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 5 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.