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Question 1 of 5

The parents of a 10-year-old girl have noticed that over the past couple of months, she has not been socializing with her friends, an activity she previously enjoyed. She often makes statements about how stressed she feels, and she no longer enjoys her classes at school. All she wants to do is stay in her room with her computer and phone. On the basis of these symptoms, the parents may suspect a(an):

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Overinvolvement with unapproved friends could potentially lead to negative influences and behaviors, but it does not directly correlate with the symptoms described. Overinvolvement with social media could explain the girl's symptoms. Excessive use of social media can lead to social isolation, increased stress, and decreased enjoyment in previously loved activities. While attention-deficit disorder could explain some of the symptoms, such as a decrease in school performance, it does not typically result in social withdrawal or an increased desire to stay in her room. An eating disorder could potentially explain the girl's withdrawal and increased stress, but there is no mention of changes in eating habits or concerns about body image.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is working with three depressed clients in group therapy. The nurse yawns and keeps looking at her watch during the therapy time. This is an example of which nontherapeutic communication technique?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failure to explore a client's point of view is a nontherapeutic communication technique, but it's not the most fitting description for the scenario. The nurse's yawning and frequent glancing at the watch doesn't necessarily indicate a lack of exploration of the clients' perspectives. Eliciting vague descriptions can be a nontherapeutic communication technique, but it doesn't seem to apply in this context. The nurse's actions don't suggest that they are eliciting vague descriptions from the clients. Failure to listen is the most appropriate answer. The nurse's yawning and frequent checking of the watch during therapy time could indicate a lack of attention or interest in what the clients are saying, which can be perceived as failing to listen. Failure to probe can be a nontherapeutic communication technique, but it doesn't seem to apply in this context. The nurse's actions don't suggest that they are failing to probe or ask further questions.

Question 3 of 5

A male adolescent patient is admitted to a mental health facility due to repeated school fights, multiple instances of running away, and theft from family members. He has been diagnosed with a conduct disorder. What history might the nurse expect to find in this patient?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Parents who were very lenient disciplinarians may not necessarily lead to conduct disorder in their children. While lack of discipline can contribute to some behavioral issues, it is not specifically associated with conduct disorder. Harsh parental discipline and physical punishment can contribute to the development of conduct disorder. Children who experience harsh discipline may learn to use aggressive behavior as a way of dealing with conflict and may have difficulty developing pro-social behavior. This can lead to a pattern of violating the rights of others and societal norms, which is characteristic of conduct disorder. Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior. While some individuals with conduct disorder may also have schizophrenia, the presence of schizophrenia does not necessarily indicate that an individual will develop conduct disorder. Autism is a developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior. It is not typically associated with the aggressive and rule-breaking behavior seen in conduct disorder.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is providing care for a client who has been involuntarily admitted for psychiatric treatment. What information about involuntary commitment should the nurse share with the client's family?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: While a psychiatrist may be involved in the decision to commit a client involuntarily, simply stating that the client's behavior is irrational does not provide sufficient information about the reasons for commitment (no reference). Involuntary commitment typically occurs when a person's mental illness makes them a danger to themselves or others. It is essential for the nurse to communicate this crucial information to the client's family to help them understand the necessity of treatment. The inability to manage daily life affairs may be a factor in considering involuntary commitment, but it is not the primary reason for such a decision (no reference). Accusation of a legal offense is not directly related to involuntary commitment for psychiatric treatment, which focuses on the client's mental health and potential risk to self or others (no reference).

Question 5 of 5

Which term best describes a specific environment designed to assist patients in replacing inappropriate behaviors with more effective personal and psychosocial skills?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A therapeutic area refers to a specific location or setting where therapeutic activities or treatments occur. However, it doesn't necessarily imply a comprehensive environment designed to assist patients in replacing inappropriate behaviors with more effective personal and psychosocial skills. A therapeutic environment, also known as a therapeutic milieu, is a broad term that describes settings designed to help patients replace inappropriate behaviors with more effective personal and psychosocial skills. A therapeutic unit could refer to a specific department or team within a healthcare facility that provides therapeutic services. However, it doesn't necessarily denote an environment designed for behavioral and psychosocial skill development. A therapeutic setting could refer to any location where therapeutic services are provided. It's a more general term and doesn't specifically denote an environment designed to help patients replace inappropriate behaviors with more effective personal and psychosocial skills.

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