Michael has an extreme fear of heights. To help him overcome this fear, a psychologist takes him to the top of the highest building in the city and offers him little comfort or guidance for managing his anxiety. This is a form of behavioural therapy called
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An unfortunate student sleeps through the final exam. Which of the following is he most likely to use as his excuse if he has an internal locus of control?
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Research has shown that people with autism exhibit all of the following atypicalities EXCEPT which one?
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A child drowned while swimming in a local lake 2 years ago. Which behavior indicates the childs parents have adapted to their loss? The parents:
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A person has minor physical injuries after an auto accident. The person is unable to focus and says, I feel like something awful is going to happen. This person has nausea, dizziness, tachycardia, and hyperventilation. What is the persons level of anxiety?
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Which one of the following programs is likely to be the most effective in increasing the number of boxes of oranges picked by workers in an orange orchard?
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Your patient is diagnosed with delirium. He is awake most of the night and becomes increasingly confused. Which is the best initial intervention?
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An individual hiking in the forest encounters a large poisonous snake on the path. Which change in this individualâ„¢s vital signs is most likely?
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In which location of the cardiovascular system is the highest concentration of baroreceptors?
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You are working with a patient who has dementia. The patient becomes withdrawn and negative. Your most therapeutic response to this patient is:
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Studies have shown that in animals learning often results in relatively permanent changes in the
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A nurse prepares the plan of care for a 15-year-old diagnosed with moderate intellectual developmental disorder. What are the highest outcomes that are realistic for this patient? Within 5 years, the patient will: (select all that apply)
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An adolescent was arrested for prostitution and assault on a parent. The adolescent says, 'I hate my parents. They focus all attention on my brother, who's perfect in their eyes.' Which type of therapy might promote the greatest change in the adolescent's behavior?
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Which assessment finding best supports dissociative fugue? The patient states:
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Schizophrenia is most commonly found in
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Plasticity of the brain' refers to
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Your schizophrenic patient is sitting in her room with her hands over her ears and crying. Which is the best way to approach her?
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Papez circuit involves various structures of the brain. It goes through the following structures apart from
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Feature of our perception that helps us in segregating and organizing the world to avoid confusion.
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A nurse assessing a patient diagnosed with a somatic symptom disorder is most likely to note that the patient:
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People with borderline personality disorder often
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A health care provider considers which antipsychotic medication to prescribe for a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia who has auditory hallucinations and poor social function. The patient is also overweight and hypertensive. Which drug should the nurse advocate?
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Select the correct etiology to complete this nursing diagnosis for a patient with dissociative identity disorder. Disturbed personal identity related to:
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Multiple personality or dissociative identity disorder often begins
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Your patient in the ER waiting room is inebriated. He becomes increasingly loud and abusive while waiting to be seen. What would be the best intervention for the nurse?
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A patient needs diagnostic evaluation of sleep problems. Which test will evaluate the patient for possible sleep-related problems?
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Question 27 of 191
A study of adoptees whose biological mothers had schizophrenia found that the adoptees were most likely to develop schizophrenia
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Which behavior indicates that the treatment plan for a child diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder was effective? The child:
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Which of the following meal choices indicates the patient understands the diet restrictions when taking an MAOI?
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A 26-year-old man is diagnosed with schizophrenia. Which one of the following predicts a poor prognosis?
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Four teenagers died in an automobile accident. One week later, which behavior by the parents of these teenagers most clearly demonstrates resilience? The parents who:
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Question 32 of 191
SSRIs and similar pharmacological treatments are based on the belief that ___ is involved in depression.
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The best way to assist a patient who has mild Alzheimer's disease is to:
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Which one of the following BEST describes the FIRST step that a physical therapist should take when integrating best evidence into clinical practice?
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The parent of a child diagnosed with Tourettes disorder says to the nurse, I think my child is faking the tics because they come and go. Which response by the nurse is accurate?
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Question 36 of 191
A home care nurse assesses a very demanding patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Afterward, the nurse talks with the spouse who has provided this patient's care for 6 years. The spouse says, I don't need much sleep anymore. I might need to help him during the night. Select the nurse's most therapeutic response.
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While waiting to audition for a role in a play, Gareth constantly told himself 'I am not feeling stressed'. According to the Lazarus and Folkman's Transactional Model of Stress and Coping, Gareth's self-talk is an example of
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Which of the following was not part of Freud's psychoanalysis?
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A nurse wants to teach alternative coping strategies to a patient experiencing severe anxiety. Which action should the nurse perform first?
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A patient states, 'I feel detached and weird all the time. It is as though I am looking at life through a cloudy window. Everything seems unreal. It really messes up things at work and school.' This scenario is most suggestive of which health problem?
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Question 41 of 191
Which of the following activities would be most appropriate for a patient who is in the moderate stage of Alzheimer's disease?
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Conversion disorder and hypochondriasis are classified as
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An adolescent acts out in disruptive ways. When this adolescent threatens to throw a heavy pool ball at another adolescent, which comment by the nurse would set appropriate limits?
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Which comment is most likely from a patient with chronic sleep deprivation?
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A patient says, I have trouble falling asleep at night and might lie awake until 3 or 4 AM before falling sleep. Which medication would the nurse expect a health care provider to prescribe for this patient?
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A patient diagnosed with major depression tells the nurse, Bad things that happen are always my fault. Which response by the nurse will best assist the patient to reframe this overgeneralization?
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A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder is exhibiting severe manic behaviors. A physician prescribes lithium carbonate (Eskalith) and olanzapine (Zyprexa). The client's spouse questions the Zyprexa order. Which is the appropriate nursing reply?
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A psychosis arising from an advanced stage of syphilis, in which the disease attacks brain cells, is called
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The Freudian explanation of anxiety disorders emphasizes
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After the sudden death of his wife, a man says, 'I can't live without her—she was my whole life.' Select the nurse's most therapeutic reply.
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The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) says to the nurse, 'That patient with amnesia looks fine, but when I talk to her, she seems vague. What should I be doing for her?' Select the nurse's best reply.
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A patient became depressed after the last of the family six children moved out of the home 4 months ago. Select the best initial outcome for the nursing diagnosis Situational low self-esteem related to feelings of abandonment. The patient will:
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Question 53 of 191
Identify the therapy in which the individual is forced to face the situation causing fear or anxiety.
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The admission note indicates a patient diagnosed with major depression has anergia and anhedonia. For which measures should the nurse plan? Select all that apply.
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The gas pedal on a person's car stuck on a busy interstate highway, causing the car to accelerate rapidly. For 20 minutes, the car was very difficult to control. Afterward, this person's cortisol regulation was compromised. Which assessment finding would the nurse expect associated with the dysregulation of cortisol?
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Phobias are complex behaviours because they tend to have their origins in
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A patient diagnosed with major depression refuses solid foods. In order to meet nutritional needs, which beverage will the nurse offer to this patient?
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A desired outcome for a 12-year-old diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is to improve relationships with other children. Which treatment modality should the nurse suggest for the plan of care?
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What is the focus of priority nursing interventions for the period immediately after electroconvulsive therapy treatment?
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A person is prescribed lorazepam (Ativan) 2 mg po bid prn for anxiety. When the person takes this medication, which change in sleep is anticipated? The patient will:
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The most widely used system of psychological classification today is
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Which treatment involves talking to a psychotherapist?
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In the harmful dysfunction definition of psychological disorders, dysfunction involves
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Dr. Anastasia believes that major depressive disorder is caused by an over-secretion of cortisol. Dr. Anastasia's view on the cause of major depressive disorder reflects a perspective.
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Which of the following senses does not decline with age?
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Question 66 of 191
Parents of an adolescent diagnosed with a CD say, 'We don't know how to respond when our child breaks the rules in our house. Is there any treatment that might help us?' Which therapy is likely to be helpful for these parents?
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Persuasion via simplistic arguments is more likely to work when the other person (the target of persuasion)
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Shaan is 8 years old and starts to cry whenever his demands are not. What would you suggest in order to reduce his tantrums?
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The nurse is caring for a client with schizophrenia. Orders from the physician include 100 mg chlorpromazine IM STAT and then 50 mg PO bid; 2 mg benztropine PO bid prn. Why is chlorpromazine ordered?
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A soldier returned 3 months ago from Afghanistan and was diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which social event would be most disturbing for this soldier?
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A person is prescribed sertraline 100 mg PO daily. Which change in sleep is likely secondary to this medication? The patient will have
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If a person suffering from schizophrenia has an identical twin, that twin
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You are one of the nurses monitoring the dining room during dinner. A male patient who has schizophrenia asks a table mate to please pass the pepper. When the table mate does so, the first patient throws the pepper shaker at you. He or she screams, 'Now look what youve done! There are spiders all over my food! I cant eat this! Get the spiders out of there!' Your best response is:
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Question 74 of 191
With regards to schizophrenia which is false?
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A patient tells the nurse, Everyone says we should sleep 8 hours a night. I can only sleep 6 hours, no matter how hard I try. Am I doing harm to my body? Select the nurses best response.
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Common symptoms of major depressive disorder include all of the following except
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Abnormal forgetting caused by mental trauma and physical trauma is called
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The nurse knows that the two factors that often differentiate major depression from dysthymia depression are:
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Which statement best describes pseudodementia?
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A young adult says, 'I was sexually abused by my older brother. During those assaults, I went somewhere else in my mind. I don't remember the details. Now, I often feel numb or unreal in romantic relationships, so I just avoid them.' Which disorders should the nurse suspect based on this history? Select all that apply.
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The 'diathesis-stress' model of psychological disorders holds that:
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Which disorder is primarily treated with light therapy?
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Some of the key areas of the brain which are involved in learning include the
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Question 84 of 191
An elderly patient explains to the nurse that while weeding his garden, he was suddenly startled by a 6-foot non-poisonous snake. He immediately displayed extreme fear and suddenly had a burst of energy and ran from the snake. The nurse realizes that this client is describing which of the following stages identified in GAS?
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Question 85 of 191
A child diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder will begin medication therapy. The nurse should prepare a plan to teach the family about which classification of medications?
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With the use of physical restraints all are true except?
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Your new patient is admitted to the ER after a car accident. She is extremely anxious. Which intervention is most helpful?
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Age influences specific brain functions related to emotion and reward. Which of these is NOT true according to research studies?
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Question 89 of 191
Two staff nurses applied for promotion to nurse manager. The nurse not promoted initially had feelings of loss but then became supportive of the new manager by helping make the transition smooth and encouraging others. Which term best describes the nurses response?
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Question 90 of 191
A soldier served in combat zones in Iraq during 2010 and was deployed to Afghanistan in 2013. When is it most important for the nurse to screen for signs and symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
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A patient being treated for depression has taken 300 mg amitriptyline (Elavil) daily for a year. The patient calls the case manager at the clinic and says, I stopped taking my antidepressant 2 days ago. Now I am having cold sweats, nausea, a rapid heartbeat, and nightmares. The nurse will advise the patient to:
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Your depressed patient is starting a new medication called phenelzine (Nardil). Which teaching would be most important to emphasize?
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The term schizophrenia can be interpreted to mean
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A nurse counsels a patient on ways to determine the persons total sleep requirement. Which instruction would produce the most accurate results?
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Edward Tolman described the concepts of 'latent learning' and 'cognitive maps' when testing rats in mazes. Which one of the following statements best describes these two concepts of latent learning and a cognitive map?
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An adult consulted a nurse practitioner because of an inability to achieve orgasm for 2 years, despite having been sexually active. This adult was frustrated and expressed concerns about the relationship with the sexual partner. Which documentation best indicates the treatment was successful?
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Question 97 of 191
Which is not true of major depression?
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Question 98 of 191
A newly admitted patient diagnosed with schizophrenia says, The voices are bothering me. They yell and tell me I am bad. I have got to get away from them. Select the nurses most helpful reply.
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The nurse is interviewing a client on the psychiatric unit. The client tilts his head to the side, stops talking in midsentence, and listens intently. The nurse recognizes from these signs that the client is likely experiencing:
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Which is these symptoms are not measured in the Simpson-Angus Extrapyramidal side effects scale
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Question 101 of 191
A woman tells the nurse, My partner is frustrated with me. I dont have any natural lubrication when we have sex. What type of sexual disorder is evident?
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A nurse who works night shift says, I am exhausted most of the time. I sleep through my alarm. Sometimes my brain does not seem to work right. I am worried that I might make a practice error. Which question should the nursing supervisor ask first?
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Delerium is characterized by all except?
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Question 104 of 191
While observing a female patient on the oncology unit who has a secondary diagnosis of panic attacks, the nurse would expect to observe which of the following symptoms (select all that apply):
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A teenage patient is brought to your hospital by her parents. The patient exhibits unusual behaviors, including illogical thought processes and strange combinations of words that you do not understand. She is wearing dirty clothes and has body odor. The patient also appears to carry on a conversation with a person who is not seen by you. Your first priority for this patient is:
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Question 106 of 191
Experimental studies have shown that people are prone to conform to the opinions of others. Which factor increases conformity in experimental studies?
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An 11-year-old diagnosed with ODD becomes angry over the rules at a residential treatment program and begins shouting at the nurse. What is the nurse's initial action to defuse the situation?
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Question 108 of 191
Which assessment data would help the health care team distinguish symptoms of conversion (functional neurological) disorder from symptoms of illness anxiety disorder (hypochondriasis)?
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Question 109 of 191
Which response is most accurate about hallucinations?
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Question 110 of 191
A 67-year-old female smoker with a family history of high blood pressure and heart disease presents with acute onset neck pain, headache, and a blood pressure of 175/100 mm Hg. What should the physical therapist do FIRST?
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Retreat from reality by hallucinations and delusions and by social withdrawal typically characterizes
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Question 112 of 191
Antipsychotics are used to treat schizophrenia and other acute psychotic behavior. Typical antipsychotic agents treat these symptoms :
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Question 113 of 191
The nurse should assess a patient taking a drug with anticholinergic properties for inhibited function of the
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 114 of 191
When counseling patients diagnosed with major depression, an advanced practice nurse will address the negative thought patterns by using:
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 115 of 191
A nurse is caring for a patient with low self-esteem. Which nonverbal communication should the nurse anticipate from this patient?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 116 of 191
Recurrent failure to resist impulses to steal objects not needed for personal use or monetary value is
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 117 of 191
Your schizophrenic patient tells you he is suspicious that his doctor is trying to kill him. Which nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 118 of 191
Your patient with schizophrenia who is English speaking says 'no acu moona' to you. What is this called?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 119 of 191
The nurse prepares to assess a patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder for disturbances in circadian rhythms. Which question should the nurse ask this patient?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 120 of 191
Helenann, a long-term care nurse educator, noted that one of the staff members was complaining of stress and anxiety. A common physiological response to stress and anxiety is:
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 121 of 191
According to the 'Sad Persons' Scale used to assess suicide risk, which of the following features scores 2 points?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 122 of 191
A patient reports, Nearly every night I awaken feeling frightened after a bad dream. The dream usually involves being hunted by people trying to hurt me. It usually happens between 4 and 5 AM. The nurse assesses this disorder as most consistent with criteria for which problem?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 123 of 191
A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia says, My co-workers are out to get me. I also saw two doctors plotting to kill me. How does this patient perceive the environment?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 124 of 191
Your patient describes feeling spiders crawling on his skin rather than seeing spiders. This is an example of a hallucination.
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 125 of 191
Rahul having sudden and temporary fluctuation of consciousness that blots out painful experience is showing signs of
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 126 of 191
A common form of mental disorder afflicting 10-20% of the population is
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 127 of 191
A patient preparing for surgery has moderate anxiety and is unable to understand preoperative information. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 128 of 191
A patient begins therapy with a phenothiazine medication. What teaching should the nurse provide related to the drugâ„¢s strong dopaminergic effect?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 129 of 191
A parent who is very concerned about a 3-year-old son says, He likes to play with girls toys. Do you think he is homosexual or mentally ill? Which response by the nurse most professionally describes the current understanding of gender identity?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 130 of 191
Naman, a 12 year old boy has marked difficulties in social interaction and communication, he is suffering from_
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 131 of 191
A soldier returned home last year after deployment to a war zone. The soldier's spouse complains, 'We were going to start a family, but now he won't talk about it. He will not look at children. I wonder if we're going to make it as a couple.' Select the nurse's best response.
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 132 of 191
Imaging technologies have been helpful to researchers in the identification of localised changes of the brain as a result of learning specific tasks. This is because researchers are able to
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 133 of 191
Which of the following is a named superfactor in the 'Big Five' personality definition?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 134 of 191
Kirti usually smells an unpleasant odor whenever she wakes up in the morning or sometimes in the middle of the night. Identify the type of hallucination
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 135 of 191
Which of the following best illustrates a compulsion?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 136 of 191
Which condition appears to have a connection to bipolar disorder in youth?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 137 of 191
A night shift worker reports, Im having trouble getting to sleep after a nights work. I have a hearty breakfast with coffee, read the paper, do my exercises, and then go to bed. However, I just lie awake until it is nearly time to get up to be with my family for dinner. What changes should the nurse suggest? Select one that does not apply..
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 138 of 191
A patients medical record documents sexual masochism. This patient derives sexual pleasure:
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 139 of 191
Your new patient is admitted with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. Which of the following is he most likely to demonstrate?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 140 of 191
A client is diagnosed with bipolar disorder and admitted to an inpatient psychiatric unit. Which is the priority outcome for this client?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 141 of 191
A nurse cares for a group of patients receiving various medications, including haloperidol, carbamazepine, trazodone, and phenalgine. The nurse will order a special diet for the patient who takes
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 142 of 191
The antisocial personality
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 143 of 191
A store clerk was killed during a robbery 2 weeks ago. His widow, who has a long history of schizoaffective disorder, cries spontaneously when talking about his death. Select the nurse's most therapeutic response.
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 144 of 191
Which disorder is characterized by compulsions and obsessions?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 145 of 191
An adolescent diagnosed with a CD stole and wrecked a neighbor's motorcycle. Afterward, the adolescent was confronted about the behavior but expressed no remorse. Which variation in the central nervous system best explains the adolescent's reaction?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 146 of 191
Which of the following statements from an alcoholic patient reflects a good understanding of his or her condition?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 147 of 191
A patient says, It takes me about 15 minutes to go to sleep each night. This comment describes
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 148 of 191
The psychological model that explains abnormal behaviour in the light of learning maladaptive ways is
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 149 of 191
A patient fearfully runs from chair to chair crying, Theyre coming! Theyre coming! The patient does not follow the staffs directions or respond to verbal interventions. Which nursing diagnosis has the highest priority?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 150 of 191
A patient has blindness related to conversion (functional neurological) disorder. To help the patient eat, the nurse should:
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 151 of 191
A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder is distraught over insomnia experienced over the past 3 nights and a 12-lb weight loss over the past 2 weeks. Which should be this client's priority nursing diagnosis?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 152 of 191
Which of the following side effects is most common with olanzapine?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 153 of 191
A patient asks, What are neurotransmitters? My doctor said mine are imbalanced. Select the nurse™s best response.
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 154 of 191
You are admitting a new patient who is depressed. Your initial contact should do what?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 155 of 191
Symptoms of PTSD include all of the following except
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 156 of 191
Which is NOT true about measures of personality?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 157 of 191
Extensive but selective memory loss is known as:
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 158 of 191
Which of the following is not a primary characteristic of ADHD?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 159 of 191
An expected travel away from home
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 160 of 191
After his final examination was over, Liam became increasingly stressed. When he thought about what his results might be, he worried more and more that he would not be able to cope if he did not obtain the results that would enable him to get into the course of his choice. Liam's stress was
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 161 of 191
An adolescent was recently diagnosed with ODD. The parents say to the nurse, 'Isn't there some medication that will help with this problem?' Select the nurse's best response.
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 162 of 191
When Deefer rolls over without being told, immediately on entering the grandmother's front door, the entry to the house has been a
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 163 of 191
A nurse cares for these four patients. Which patient has the highest risk for problems with sleep physiology?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 164 of 191
What are obsessions?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 165 of 191
Regarding differentiation of dementia with depression which of the following is useful
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 166 of 191
A new patient at the sleep disorders clinic tells the nurse, I have not slept well in a year, so I never feel good. I do not expect things will ever improve or be any different. Interventions the nurse should consider include (Select all that apply)
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 167 of 191
Which experiences are most likely to precipitate posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Select one that does not apply..
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 168 of 191
Your patient takes tranylcypromine for depression. Which of the following is most likely to indicate dietary restrictions have not been followed?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 169 of 191
Biological theories of depressive disorders include all of the following except:
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 170 of 191
Which of the following behavioural treatments is paired to the incorrect founder
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 171 of 191
Yash loves music. He tends to enjoy musical instruments, listening and practicing music for hours. Here we can say that you are
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 172 of 191
The family of a child diagnosed with an impulse control disorder needs help to function more adaptively. Which aspect of the child's plan of care will be provided by an advanced practice nurse rather than a staff nurse?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 173 of 191
An adult experienced a myocardial infarction six months ago. At a follow-up visit, this adult says, I havent had much interest in sex since my heart attack. I finished my rehabilitation program, but having sex strains my heart. I dont know if my heart is strong enough. Which nursing diagnosis applies?
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Question 174 of 191
Nurse Janet is aware that the symptoms that distinguish post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from anxiety disorders include:
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 175 of 191
Serena's head cold and poor quality sleep are likely to be symptoms of
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Question 176 of 191
The laboratory report for a patient taking clozapine (Clozaril) shows a white blood cell count of 3000 mm3. Select the nurseâ„¢s best action.
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 177 of 191
What are the features of autism spectrum disorder/ ASD?
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Question 178 of 191
What is the most important component of Type A personality in predicting heart disease?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 179 of 191
In classical conditioning the learned response is
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Question 180 of 191
Assessment data for a 7-year-old reveals an inability to take turns, blurting out answers to questions before a question is complete, and frequently interrupting others conversations. How should the nurse document these behaviors?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 181 of 191
Dissociative amnesia involves
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Question 182 of 191
A survey of 5,000 young adults, ages 19-25, revealed that
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Question 183 of 191
A soldier returns to the United States from active duty in a combat zone in Afghanistan. The soldier is diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The nurse's highest priority is to screen this soldier for:
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 184 of 191
Which of the following is not an atypical antipsychotic?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 185 of 191
What is the elimination half-life of an SSRI?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 186 of 191
A 4-year-old cries for 5 minutes when the parents leave the child at preschool. The parents ask the nurse, What should we do? Select the nurses best response.
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 187 of 191
A nurse observes a catatonic patient standing immobile, facing the wall with one arm extended in a salute. The patient remains immobile in this position for 15 minutes, moving only when the nurse gently lowers the arm. What is the name of this phenomenon?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 188 of 191
The diathesis-stress model presumes that psychopathology results from
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Question 189 of 191
Irrational and very specific fears that persist even when there is no real danger to a person are called
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 190 of 191
A patient has acute anxiety related to an automobile accident 2 hours ago. The nurse should teach the patient about medication from which group?
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ATI RN · Psychobiologic Disorders
Question 191 of 191
When providing discharge teaching to a patient who has schizophrenia and is taking clozapine (Clozaril), it is important to teach all of the following except:
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