NUR 256-253 : 2025_ Quiz 1

Question 1

Identify therapeutic techniques?

Accepted Answer

Miracle question, Open-ended questions, paraphrasing, Using silence

Question 2

Which cultural group should have FDA genetic testing before taking anticonvulsants especially carbamazine/ tegretol?

Accepted Answer

Asian descent

Question 3

Two classifications of medications are used to treat ADHD, which has the potential for abuse?

Accepted Answer

Psychostimulants

Question 4

Which outpatient care provides intensive case management, creative problem solving and 24 hr/day supports?

Accepted Answer

ACT -Assertive Community Treatment

Question 5

Empathy and sympathy are the same.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 6

Mental illness is easy to diagnose and treat?

Accepted Answer

False

Question 7

Behavioral therapy states, responses are socially learned thru conditioning, adaptive & maladaptive. What are examples?

Accepted Answer

Modeling, Aversion therapy

Question 8

Nonverbal communication is not important?

Accepted Answer

False

Question 9

Therapeutic relationships are based on crucial aspects? Select all that apply

Accepted Answer

patient centered care, Keeping promises

Question 10

The World Health Organization states mental health is...? Select all that apply

Accepted Answer

When a person can cope with the stressors of life without self harm, When a person identifies their own abilities, Is a continuum, from high functioning in daily life to severe illness

Question 11

What is an example of a therapeutic relationship?

Accepted Answer

Clear boundaries focused on patient needs

Question 12

Which psychiatric medication classification can cause Steven Johnson Syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Anticonvulsants

Question 13

What are the QSEN competencies (quality & safety education for nurses)?

Accepted Answer

Safety, Informatics, Team work and collaboration, Patient-centered care, Evidence-based practice

Question 14

A pt. has poor hygiene, & does not shower. Which is an example of therapeutic nonjudgmental feedback?

Accepted Answer

"I see you combed your hair today"

Question 15

Why is psychiatric nursing considered true nursing?

Accepted Answer

The diagnosis is based on assessment

Question 16

The definition of mental health resilience includes...

Accepted Answer

The ability to cope during difficult times, The ability to recover from difficult times, Being able to move forward by learning new coping skills

Question 17

Which 2nd general antipsychotic medication has the lowest risk for agranulocytosis?

Accepted Answer

Risperidone/ Risperdal

Question 18

What rights to pt. retain while on and in-patient psychiatric unit?

Accepted Answer

The right to refuse medications and treatment, The need for safety must be balanced with the rights as a citizen, The right of the least restrictive environment

Question 19

What are examples of secondary prevention for the care of mental illness?

Accepted Answer

Early intervention programs, Screening for depression or substance abuse

Question 20

Maslow's Hierarchy of needs is based on which belief?

Accepted Answer

We are all striving for self-actualization, Maslow's needs is used by nurses to assess for pt. needs, Only when lower needs are met, higher needs are identified

Question 21

Not judging pt. despite their behavior is essential. If a pt. tries to hold hands with you, acceptance is shown how?

Accepted Answer

"Do not hold my hand. We are working on your coping skills"

Question 22

Peplau taught about the nurse patient relationship. What is the most significant shift that was fostered?

Accepted Answer

Primarily the care for pt.'s is what we do with them

Question 23

Which 2nd generation antipsychotics can be administered via long-acting injection? Select all that apply

Accepted Answer

Risperidone/risperidal, Paliperidone/ Invega, Olanzapine/ Zyprexa

Question 24

Which culture focuses on mind-body -spirit?

Accepted Answer

Indigenous culture

Question 25

There is a very narrow therapeutic range with Lithium treatment of mood disorders. Select all that apply

Accepted Answer

0.5 - 1.5 = therapeutic, Below 0.5 = low, > 1.5 mild toxicity

Question 26

Which is a consideration for assessing young children?

Accepted Answer

Age appropriate questions

Question 27

How does culture impact communication?

Accepted Answer

eye contact, touch, communication style

Question 28

What factors can affect communication?

Accepted Answer

all of the above

Question 29

Why is self-awareness key to delivering safe patient care?

Accepted Answer

all of the above

Question 30

Assess responses below, identify empathetic responses to, "My father died today, I'm so hopeless." Select all that apply

Accepted Answer

"I see you are sad. I can sit with you", "What can I do to support you?"

Question 31

What information is required to be documented?

Accepted Answer

subjective data, objective data

Question 32

Which populations are at the greatest risk for mental illness?

Accepted Answer

all of the above

Question 33

Which culture emphasizes family or group decision making rather than the individual patient?

Accepted Answer

Eastern culture

Question 34

Cognitive-behavioral therapy believes that pt.'s with depression do what of the following?

Accepted Answer

Self critical thinking, Negative thinking

Question 35

What are the frequent side effects of 1st generation antipsychotics. Select all that apply

Accepted Answer

Anticholinergic side effects, Orthostatic hypotension, Extrapyramidal symptoms & Tardive Dyskinesia

Question 36

What is unique about 2nd Gen. atypical antipsychotic medications? Select all that apply

Accepted Answer

They target positive symptoms like hallucinations, They target some negative symptoms

Question 37

Which care environment focuses on rapid stabilization with a short length of stay?

Accepted Answer

Inpatient

Question 38

Which outpatient setting provided structured multidisciplinary care for 1/2 a day Mon. - Fri?

Accepted Answer

Intensive outpatient care

Question 39

What are included in a psychiatric assessment (select all that apply)?

Accepted Answer

cognition, perceptual disturbances, appearance

Question 40

What are rating scales used to assess for? select all that apply

Accepted Answer

pain, depression, anxiety

Question 41

You are engaged in providing care to a pt. with major Depression. Which type of prevention is this?

Accepted Answer

Tertiary depression

Question 42

When comparing and contrasting cultures which has an emphasis on disease as a lack of balance?

Accepted Answer

Eastern culture

Question 43

Which medication classification is used to decrease/inhibit Alzheimer's disease?

Accepted Answer

Cholinesterase inhibitor

Question 44

When a pt. criticizes a nurse or the physician what is therapeutic response?

Accepted Answer

Listen then restate, "You are displeased with their care"

Question 45

What must a nurse do 1st when conducting a psychiatric assessment?

Accepted Answer

Establish rapport

Question 46

What nursing behavior promotes patient growth?

Accepted Answer

Genuineness, Empathy, Positive regard

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