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Mental Health Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which situation exemplifies both assault and battery?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Option B exemplifies both assault and battery. Assault occurs when the nurse threatens to tie down the client, creating a fear of harm or unwanted physical contact. Battery then occurs when the nurse proceeds to actually tie down the client against their wishes, resulting in the unwanted physical contact. Both assault (threatening to tie down) and battery (physically tying down) are present in this situation.
Question 2 of 5
What is the legal significance of a nurses action when a nurse threatens a demanding client with restraints?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Threatening a client with restraints is considered a form of assault, which is the intentional act of causing someone to fear that they will be harmed. Even if the nurse does not physically carry out the threat, the act of making the threat itself constitutes assault. Nurses have a duty to provide care in a safe and therapeutic manner, and threatening a client with restraints goes against the principles of beneficence and nonmaleficence in nursing practice. Legal actions can be taken against the nurse for engaging in such behavior, as it violates the ethical standards and can harm the trusting relationship between the nurse and the client.
Question 3 of 5
A community health nurse is planning a health fair at a local shopping mall. Which middle-class socioeconomic cultural group should the nurse anticipate would most value preventive medicine and primary health care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Northern European Americans are more likely to value preventive medicine and primary health care due to their cultural emphasis on individual responsibility for health and well-being. This cultural group often places a high value on health promotion, disease prevention, and regular check-ups as a way to maintain overall well-being. In addition, their health care seeking behavior is often influenced by a strong belief in personal autonomy and self-care practices. Therefore, when planning a health fair focusing on preventive medicine and primary health care, the community health nurse can anticipate that Northern European Americans would be more receptive to and value such services.
Question 4 of 5
To effectively care for Asian American clients, a nurse should be aware of which cultural norm?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In Asian American culture, respect for elders is a deeply ingrained value. Older individuals are often highly respected and maintain positions of authority within the family and community. It is important for healthcare providers, including nurses, to acknowledge and understand this cultural norm when caring for Asian American clients. Showing respect and deference to older clients can help build trust and rapport, leading to more effective communication and care.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse should recognize that clients who have a history of missed or late medical appointments are most likely to come from which cultural group?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Native Americans are more likely to have a history of missed or late medical appointments compared to other cultural groups for several reasons. Historically, Native Americans have experienced significant health disparities, including limited access to healthcare, discrimination in healthcare settings, and cultural barriers such as language differences or distrust of Western medicine. These factors can contribute to a lack of follow-through with medical appointments. Additionally, socio-economic factors, such as limited transportation options or financial constraints, may also play a role in missed appointments among Native American clients. It is crucial for nurses to understand these cultural influences and work towards building trust and addressing barriers to healthcare access for Native American clients.