Uvcc Mental Health test 1

The Nurse is able to hear observe and under stand what the pt communicates and provides feed back

pic all true about mental health stays

 the ability to interact with people from other cultures in a way that is effective and respectful is Called

in-service session about involuntary commitment to mental health facilities what should the nurse include?

Making a threat, approaching a pt in a threatening manner with a syringe in hand

communication that assists pt in developing motivation to resolve insecurities &ambivalent feelings towards behavior

tort=a civil wrong doing in which monetary damages can optimally b awarded to the plaintiff&collected from the defendant

pt Schizophrenia about involuntary commitment. Which of the following statements should the nurse id as an understanding

A nurse is describing the concept of cultural competence Which of the following examples should the nurse include

Although experiencing stress stress does not cause significant daily impairment pt can resolve stressor

May be significant struggling including worry and misery in daily living pt might feel sense of worthlessness

extended care and tx of those w/ mental illness. Commitments r obtained through medical certification, judicial hearings

who works with the mental health pt when admitted?

visible brown or plan perspiration pupil dilation facial flushing paleness increased respiration

breaking confidences or by taking photos without permission

Which of the following statements  and understanding of therapeutic milleu?

What are therapeutic milieu treatments for the patient who is in an acute care mental health facility?

a type of professional negligence consisting of 5 elements, breach of duty, proximate cause damages duty

psychological state where a pt has the capacity to interact w/others, cope effectively with problems ,stress&contribute

Unintentional torts are actions or inaction that cause unintended harm as a result of failing to meet one's duty in care

failing to provide adequate care in a personal or professional situation when one has an obligation to do so.

nurse explains that all clients waiting for a kidney transplant have to meet the same qualifications, this is

mental health facility against their will for an indefinite period of time.pt need for psychiatric tx, the risk of harm

2008 congress passed a law for mental health be included in insure what is the law called?

Psycho dysfunction that usually involves impaired coping ability w/feeling & behaviors that r atypical and inappropriate

what are examples of cultural competence ?

pt falls out of bed, fracturing his left hip. The side rails on the bed were not raised at bedtime what tort

Durring a psychosocial history what should the nurse asses?

Emergent mental health d/t the inability 2 make decisions regarding carer length of the temporary no longer than 15days

state of severe clinical manifestations if mental illness Pt experiencing disruption in living and function

Often viewed as mental wellness or the absence of mental illness syndrome. Pt describes as well being

frowning, lack of expression, grimacing, pursed lips, raised or lower eye browns, biting , licking or smacking of lips

Sudden disrobing, clothing that is incongruent to the current temperature disheveled grooming

one type of voluntary admission where the patient is free to go when they want.

Only be determined in a court of law during a hearing if the pt is legally incompetent are assigned a legal surrogate

working in a mental health facility is preparing to d/c a pt who has schizophrenia &requires assistance with housing. 

Nurse is discussing the difference btw mental illness & mental health with a nurse. What statements are true?

If you don't take this pill, I'm going to give you the medication by injection.

pt reports his experiences from a previous voluntary hospitalization. reported experiences by the pt is assult

suspicious squinting open with minimal blinking

he nurse should anticipate which of the following as a classification within the DSM-5

A nurse questions a medication prescription as too extreme in light of the client's advanced age and unstable status. 

creates an environment that is supportive, therapeutic, and safe

Coordinates holistic care to in medical,mental and social services. helps with pt transition to community and discharge

emphasizing the importance of practicing w/in standards of care. what legal concepts is the nurse manager referring?

A nurse offers pain medication to a client who is postoperative prior to ambulatory

Not a state of distress but it is a state in which problems may need actions pt states feel like they are on the edge

Inpt care by a pt or pt guardian through a written application. pt is considered competent and has the right to refuse

Name the 6 ethical priniciples

gait posture hand clenching, rocking psychomotor agitation

pt psycho social; needs, making individualized tx plans, providing counseling&therapy, giving community resources

teach pt tools necessary to cope adaptively, interact efficiently& strengthen relationship skills so that he/she can use

What are the important points of active listening

 acute mental health facility is leading a nursing staff discussion about the legal aspects of involuntary admissions. 

They components of nursing during a psych assessment include psychosocial history and mental status exam

confining a pt to a specific area, physically, verbally or using a chemical restraint when it is not in tx plan

Most common unintentional tort?

Negative difference in the out come & experiences of different groups more likey to develop mental issues in their life

w/0 the pt consent Based on the pt need for psychiatric treatment, the risk for harm to self or others or inability

Pt chooses admission to a mental health facility in order to obtain treatment. This client is considered competent

pt decides not to have surgery despite significant blockages in his heart The nurse understands that this pt choice is

touching a pt in a harmful way if the nurse threatening a pt to stab them and actually jabbed them with a needle.

assumed by the Dr, pt ablility to understand info used for thought process, understand the consequences of decisions.

involuntarily admitted by court order for 90 days. nurse attempts to adminr oral lorazepam pt refuses what to do?

Criteria for restraints

homeless notes that many of the clients have a history of mental illness and substance use pt having what

mental health advance directive (PAD) is a legal tool that allows a pt w/ mental illness to state preferences autonomy