Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Test Part 2
by Daisy Jane Antipuesto RN MN · December 6, 2010
December 2010 Nursing Board Exam Review Questions on Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing.
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing part 2
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Question 1 |
A | Fold towels and pillowcases |
B | Play cards with another client |
C | Participate in a game of charades |
D | Perform an aerobic exercise |
Question 2 |
A | Helping the client identify how the ritualistic behavior interferes with daily activities |
B | Exploring the purpose of the ritualistic behavior |
C | Setting consistent limits on the ritualistic behavior if it harms the client or others |
D | Using problem solving to help the client manage anxiety more effectively |
Question 3 |
A | "I saw you change clothes several times today. That must be very tiring." |
B | "Try to dress only once per day so you won't be so tired." |
C | "It bothers me to see you always so busy." |
D | "It's foolish to change clothes so many times in one day." |
Question 4 |
A | Ineffective individual coping |
B | Hopelessness |
C | Risk for injury |
D | Disturbed identity |
Question 5 |
A | Provide the client with detailed instructions |
B | Keep the client sedated whenever possible |
C | Remove hazards from the environment |
D | Use restraints at all times |
Question 6 |
A | Staying with the client until the attack subsides |
B | Telling the client everything is under control |
C | Telling the client to lie down and rest |
D | Talking continually to the client by explaining what is happening |
Question 7 |
A | "Imipramine may not be the most effective medication for you. You should call your physician for further evaluation." |
B | "Because imipramine must build to a therapeutic level, it may take 2 to 3 weeks to reduce depression." |
C | "The physician may need to increase the dosage for you to get the medication's maximum benefit." |
D | "Don't stop taking the medication abruptly because you may develop serious adverse effects." |
Question 8 |
A | Physical therapy |
B | Neurologic examination |
C | General anesthesia |
D | Cardiac stress testing |
Question 9 |
A | Warfarin sodium (Coumadin) |
B | Ipecac syrup |
C | Simethicone (Phazyme) |
D | Famotidine (Pepcid) |
Question 10 |
A | Physical signs and symptoms with no physiologic cause |
B | Apprehension |
C | Inability to concentrate |
D | Repetitive thoughts and recurring, irresistible impulses |
Question 11 |
A | Suicide |
B | Anorexia nervosa |
C | School phobia |
D | Psychotic break |
Question 12 |
A | Avoid mixing antianxiety agents with alcohol or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants |
B | Avoid taking antianxiety drugs at bedtime |
C | Avoid taking antianxiety drugs on an empty stomach |
D | Avoid consuming aged cheese when taking antianxiety agents |
Question 13 |
A | Ataxia |
B | Hepatomegaly |
C | Urticaria |
D | Rash |
Question 14 |
A | "You've developed this paralysis so you can stay with your parents. You must deal with this conflict if you want to walk again." |
B | "It must be awful not to be able to move your legs. You may feel better if you realize the problem is psychological, not physical." |
C | "Your problem is real but there is no physical basis for it. We'll work on what is going on in your life to find out why it's happened." |
D | "It isn't uncommon for someone with your personality to develop a conversion disorder during times of stress." |
Question 15 |
A | Exploring the meaning of the traumatic event with the client |
B | Allowing the client time to heal |
C | Giving sleep medication, as prescribed, to restore a normal sleep-wake cycle |
D | Recommending a high-protein, low-fat diet |
Question 16 |
A | Feelings of failure |
B | Depression |
C | Excessive fear |
D | Increased anxiety |
Question 17 |
A | An anesthesiologist will administer ECT |
B | ECT can cure depression |
C | ECT will induce a seizure |
D | The client will remember the shock of ECT but not the pain |
Question 18 |
A | Helping the client identify and express feelings of anxiety and anger |
B | Involving the client in a quiet activity to divert attention |
C | Leaving the client alone until he can talk about his feelings |
D | Placing the client in seclusion |
Question 19 |
A | "Take this medication. It will reduce your anxiety." |
B | "Do you have any concerns about taking the medication?" |
C | "Trust us. This medication has helped many people. We wouldn't have you take it if it were dangerous." |
D | "How can we help you if you won't cooperate?" |
Question 20 |
A | The client sees family members immediately before the procedure |
B | The client is scheduled for a brain scan immediately after the procedure |
C | The client has undergone a thorough medical evaluation |
D | The client has received lithium carbonate (Lithonate) |
Question 21 |
A | Helping the client identify and verbalize feelings about the incident |
B | Convincing the client that his arms aren't paralyzed |
C | Developing rehabilitation strategies to help the client learn to live with the disability |
D | Talking about topics other than the beating to avoid causing anxiety |
Question 22 |
A | "Because of the nature of your husband's disease, you should start looking into nursing homes for him." |
B | "What aspect of caring for your husband is causing you the greatest concern?" |
C | "You may benefit from a support group called Mates of Alzheimer's Disease Clients." |
D | "Do you have any children or friends who could give you a break from his care every now and then?" |
Question 23 |
A | "I'll talk to the physician right away. I don't think they give you enough medicine." |
B | "I'll have to discuss your request with the team. Can we talk about how you're feeling right now?" |
C | "I don't want to hear you say negative things about the other nurses." |
D | "You know you can't have extra medication. Why do you keep asking?" |
Question 24 |
A | Demonstrate decreased anxiety. |
B | Participate in a daily exercise group. |
C | Identify the underlying reasons for rituals. |
D | State that the rituals are irrational. |
Question 25 |
A | Syncope |
B | Decreased blood pressure |
C | Increased heart rate |
D | Decreased pulse rate |
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Daisy Jane Antipuesto RN MN
Currently a Nursing Local Board Examination Reviewer. Subjects handled are Pediatric, Obstetric and Psychiatric Nursing. Previous work experiences include: Clinical instructor/lecturer, clinical coordinator (Level II), caregiver instructor/lecturer, NC2 examination reviewer and staff/clinic nurse. Areas of specialization: Emergency room, Orthopedic Ward and Delivery Room. Also an IELTS passer.