A patient was diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder (SAD). During which month would this patients symptoms be most acute?
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Which brain regions have been associated with (1) greater risk for PTSD in war and (2) physical pain and the social pain of exclusion?
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Question 3 of 189
A wife received news that her husband died of heart failure and called her family to come to the hospital. She angrily tells the nurse who cared for him, 'He would still be alive if you had given him your undivided attention.' Select the nurse's best intervention.
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Which of the following characteristics are most closely associated with schizophrenia?
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Question 5 of 189
Tony, age 21, has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. He has been socially isolated and hearing voices telling him to kill his parents. He has been admitted to the psychiatric unit from the emergency department. The initial nursing intervention for Tony is to:
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Question 6 of 189
A patient diagnosed with depersonalization disorder tells the nurse, 'It's starting again. I feel as though I'm going to float away.' Which intervention would be most appropriate at this point?
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Question 7 of 189
With regards to suicide which is false?
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Question 8 of 189
In which of the following anxiety disorders is the person in a continuous state of excessive, pointless worry and apprehension?
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Question 9 of 189
A respected school coach was arrested after a student reported the coach attempted to have sexual contact. Which nursing action has priority in the period immediately following the coachs arrest?
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Question 10 of 189
A soldier returned home from active duty in a combat zone in Afghanistan and was diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The soldier says, 'If there's a loud noise at night, I get under my bed because I think we're getting bombed.' What type of experience has the soldier described?
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Question 11 of 189
A medical-surgical nurse works with a patient diagnosed with a somatic symptom disorder. Care planning is facilitated by understanding that the patient will probably:
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Question 12 of 189
The nurse provides health education for an adult experiencing sleep deprivation. Which instruction has the highest priority?
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Question 13 of 189
Relaxation techniques help patients who have experienced major traumas because they:
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Question 14 of 189
Which condition is a response to extreme trauma?
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Question 15 of 189
What is a common neuro imaging finding in Huntington's disease
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Question 16 of 189
To establish an open and trusting relationship with a male patient who is in the hospital with severe anxiety, which response by the charge nurse is best?
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Question 17 of 189
Your patient reports feeling that bugs are crawling on his skin. Which type of hallucination is this most likely an example of?
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Question 18 of 189
A 23 year old patient with Schizophrenia has been prescribed Asenapine. She has noticed an improvement in her negative symptoms. Asenapine exerts its anti-depressant actions via the following receptors
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Question 19 of 189
Which of the following statements is correct with reference to perception? Select the term which is responsible for illusions resulting from misinterpretation of sensory information.
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Question 20 of 189
A patient undergoing diagnostic tests says, Nothing is wrong with me except a stubborn chest cold. The spouse reports the patient smokes, coughs daily, lost 15 pounds, and is easily fatigued. Which defense mechanism is the patient using?
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Question 21 of 189
Which of the following is true regarding lithium's effect on the white cell count?
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The biopsychosocial framework is best described as the study of
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Question 23 of 189
The stages in the process of 'developmental plasticity' include
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Question 24 of 189
Which ONE of the following is NOT an early characteristic or association of senile dementia:
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Question 25 of 189
Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with schizophrenia?
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Question 26 of 189
An adolescent diagnosed with CD has aggression, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and mood symptoms. The treatment team believes this adolescent may benefit from medication. The nurse anticipates the health care provider will prescribe which type of medication?
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Question 27 of 189
The term 'adaptive plasticity' refers to changes in the brain in
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Question 28 of 189
Which of the following medications would generally NOT used to treat anxiety? (Select one that does not apply.)
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Question 29 of 189
A young adult says to the nurse, I go to sleep without any problem, but I often wake up during the night because it feels like there are rubber bands in my legs. Which assessment question should the nurse ask to assess for restless legs syndrome (RLS)?
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Question 30 of 189
A 15-year-old ran away from home six times and was arrested for shoplifting. The parents told the Court, 'We can't manage our teenager.' The adolescent is physically abusive to the mother and defiant with the father. Which diagnosis is supported by this adolescent's behavior?
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Question 31 of 189
A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder: depressive episode intentionally overdoses on sertraline (Zoloft). Family reports that the client has experienced anorexia, insomnia, and recent job loss. Which should be the priority nursing diagnosis for this client?
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Question 32 of 189
Commonly used medications for anxiety disorders include (Select one that does not apply.):
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Question 33 of 189
Psychological dependence on mood- or behavior-altering drugs is known as
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People with borderline personality disorder often
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Question 35 of 189
A nurse assesses a patient with a tentative diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder. Which question would be most appropriate for the nurse to ask?
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Question 36 of 189
Symptoms of PTSD include all of the following except
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Question 37 of 189
An adolescent diagnosed with an impulse control disorder says, 'I want to die. I spend my time getting even with people who hurt me.' When asked about a suicide plan, the adolescent replies, 'I'll jump from a bridge near my home. My father threw kittens off that bridge and they died.' Rate the suicide risk.
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Question 38 of 189
Clint, a client on the psychiatric unit, has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. He begins to tell the nurse about how the CIA is looking for him and will kill him if they find him. The most appropriate response by the nurse is:
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Question 39 of 189
A rare condition in which separate personalities exist in the same person is called
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Question 40 of 189
What should be your response to the wife who says, 'I should get out of this bad situation with his drinking?'
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Question 41 of 189
The psychologist could also use a therapy in which Jenna would be taught to change the way she was thinking about flying - so that she can begin to feel that it is pleasurable excitement rather than fear that is contributing to her arousal. To do this the psychologist could use
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Question 42 of 189
A patient with a somatic symptom disorder has the nursing diagnosis Interrupted family processes related to patient's disabling symptoms as evidenced by spouse and children assuming roles and tasks that previously belonged to patient. An appropriate outcome is that the patient will:
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Question 43 of 189
Which one of the following disability standardized instruments is MOST specific for a patient recovering from a stroke?
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Question 44 of 189
After major reconstructive surgery, a patient's wounds dehisced. Extensive wound care was required for 6 months, causing the patient to miss work and social activities. Which pathophysiology would be expected for this patient? Dysfunction of the:
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Question 45 of 189
Inattention and Impulsivity are main features of:
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Question 46 of 189
The estimated heritability of commonly used personality measures (e.g., the 'Big Five', or Eysenck's personality dimensions) is approximately:
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Question 47 of 189
A disheveled patient with severe depression and psychomotor retardation has not showered for several days. The nurse will:
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Question 48 of 189
When a person's sexual identity does not match his or her physical gender, the diagnosis is
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Question 49 of 189
A new patient with a history of alcoholism is in the ER with agitation, vomiting, and tremors. He tells you he had his last drink 24 hours ago. Which medication would most likely be ordered?
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Question 50 of 189
According to the WHO definition which statement does not describe mental health?
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Question 51 of 189
What type of behavior modification is being used when the patient transforms into a relaxed state? (Documented by checking their heart rate and blood pressure.)
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Question 52 of 189
Information processing theory was developed over many years and multiple stages. Which theorist explained that information is stored in different areas of the brain and connected as a network
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Question 53 of 189
Two weeks ago, a soldier returned to the U.S. from active duty in a combat zone in Afghanistan. The soldier was diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which comment by the soldier requires the nurse's immediate attention?
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Question 54 of 189
If you met an individual who appeared to be very charming at first, but later you discovered that he or she manipulated people, caused others hurt without a second thought, and could not be depended upon, you might suspect him of being
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Question 55 of 189
A nurse instructs a patient taking a medication that inhibits the action of monoamine oxidase (MAO) to avoid certain foods and drugs because of the risk of:
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Question 56 of 189
A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia exhibits little spontaneous movement and demonstrates waxy flexibility. Which patient needs are of priority importance?
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Question 57 of 189
Patients with major depression commonly display signs of:
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Question 58 of 189
A 12-year-old has engaged in bullying for several years. The parents say, 'We can't believe anything our child says.' Recently this child shot a dog with a pellet gun and set fire to a neighbor's trash bin. The child's behaviors support the diagnosis of
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Question 59 of 189
Which of the following patient features is LEAST associated with the risk of suicide?
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Question 60 of 189
Normally, most people sleep at night. What is the physiological rationale?
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Question 61 of 189
Common symptoms of major depressive disorder include all of the following except
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Question 62 of 189
A new staff nurse tells the clinical nurse specialist, I am unsure about my role when patients bring up sexual problems. The clinical nurse specialist should give clarification by saying, All nurses:
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Question 63 of 189
Which of the following options are correct with reference to learning as a psychological process? Child begins to acquire verbal skills as s/he grows. Verbal skills are generally acquired through
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Question 64 of 189
Which of the following is not a primary characteristic of ADHD?
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Question 65 of 189
In south and east Asia, a man may experience Koro, which is
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Question 66 of 189
Which one of the following population groups should be consistently tested for underlying hypertension because of its higher incidence?
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Question 67 of 189
A 76-year-old man tells the nurse at the sleep disorder clinic, I awaken almost nightly in the midst of violent dreams in which I am defending myself against multiple attackers. Then I realize I have been hitting and kicking my wife. She has bruises. Which health problem is most likely?
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Question 68 of 189
The child prescribed an antipsychotic medication to manage violent behavior is one most likely diagnosed with:
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Question 69 of 189
A woman just received notification that her husband died. She approaches the nurse who cared for him during his last hours and says angrily, 'If you had given him your undivided attention, he would still be alive.' How should the nurse analyze this behavior?
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Question 70 of 189
Infants show remarkable abilities by two years of age EXCEPT for which ability?
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Question 71 of 189
A nurse would anticipate that treatment for a patient with memory difficulties might include medications designed to
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Question 72 of 189
Features consistent with bipolar disorder include all the following except
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Question 73 of 189
A nurse is anxious about assessing the sexual history of a patient who is considerably older than the nurse is. Which statement would be most appropriate for obtaining information about the patients sexual practices?
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Question 74 of 189
A soldier in a combat zone tells the nurse, 'I saw a child get blown up over a year ago, and I still keep seeing bits of flesh everywhere. I see something red, and the visions race back to my mind.' Which phenomenon associated with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is the soldier describing?
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Question 75 of 189
Of the following, which one(s) are part of an effective care plan for someone with advanced dementia?
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Question 76 of 189
The letters in the abbreviation DSM-5 stand for
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Question 77 of 189
Which of the following are symptoms of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder/ ADHD? (you can choose more than 1 answer)
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Question 78 of 189
A patient taking medication for mental illness develops restlessness and an uncontrollable need to be in motion. Which drug action causes these symptoms to develop?
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Question 79 of 189
Team members working with patients who have dementia need to have a common, unified approach because this type of patient requires:
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Question 80 of 189
Persons who are excessively narcissistic, dependent, or antisocial are characterized as having
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Question 81 of 189
Biofeedback assists people to cope with stress by
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Question 82 of 189
A child known as the neighborhood bully says, 'Nobody can tell me what to do.' After receiving a poor grade on a science project, this child secretly loaded a virus on the teacher's computer. These behaviors support a diagnosis of
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Question 83 of 189
Shortly after the parents announced that they were divorcing, a 15-year-old became truant from school and assaulted a friend. The adolescent told the school nurse, 'I'd rather stay in my room and listen to music. It's easier than thinking about what is happening in my family.' Which nursing diagnosis is most applicable?
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Question 84 of 189
Which of the following medications would this schizophrenic patient be least likely to have prescribed?
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Question 85 of 189
You are asked to report any extrapyramidal symptoms (EPSs) of your patient. Which of the following are examples of EPS?
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Question 86 of 189
Neuroimaging studies have revealed atypical function or structure in particular brain regions associated with particular psychiatric diseases. Disturbance of the ___ is associated with schizophrenia; ___ is associated with depression; ___ is associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder; and ___ is associated with ADHD.
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Question 87 of 189
What is the purpose of detoxification in substance abuse?
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Question 88 of 189
Major depression resulted after a patients employment was terminated. The patient now says to the nurse, Im not worth the time you spend with me. I am the most useless person in the world. Which nursing diagnosis applies?
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Question 89 of 189
A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia is very disturbed and violent. After several doses of haloperidol (Haldol), the patient is calm. Two hours later the nurse sees the patients head rotated to one side in a stiff position, the lower jaw thrust forward, and drooling. Which problem is most likely?
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Question 90 of 189
Your patient with major depression tells you he suffers from urinary retention. Which medication would be most likely to cause this?
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Question 91 of 189
When discharging a schizophrenic patient who is taking haloperidol (Haldol), it is important for the nurse to advise the patient to:
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Question 92 of 189
The discriminative stimulus is also referred to as the
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Question 93 of 189
Which scenario demonstrates a dissociative fugue?
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Question 94 of 189
A patient experiencing primary insomnia asks the nurse, I take a nap during the day. Doesn't that make up for a lost night's sleep? Select the nurse's best reply.
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Question 95 of 189
A community mental health nurse wants to establish a relationship with a very withdrawn patient diagnosed with schizophrenia. The patient lives at home with a supportive family. Select the nurses best plan.
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Question 96 of 189
A child diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder had this nursing diagnosis: impaired social interaction related to excessive neuronal activity as evidenced by aggression and demanding behavior with others. Which finding indicates the plan of care was effective? The child:
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Question 97 of 189
A person says, I often feel like I have been dreaming just before I awake in the morning. Which rationale correctly explains the comment?
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Question 98 of 189
A patient diagnosed with major depression began taking a tricyclic antidepressant 1 week ago. Today the patient says, I dont think I can keep taking these pills. They make me so dizzy, especially when I stand up. The nurse will:
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Question 99 of 189
To assist patients diagnosed with somatic symptom disorders, nursing interventions of high priority:
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Question 100 of 189
Which of the following is related to recent attempts to find biochemical explanations for schizophrenia?
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Question 101 of 189
A patient tells a nurse, My new friend is the most perfect person one could imagine: kind, considerate, and good-looking. I cant find a single flaw. This patient is demonstrating:
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Question 102 of 189
Which of the following best describes the effects of social support on stress?
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Question 103 of 189
The schizophrenic patient tells you, 'I know that the man down the hall wants to kill me.' How should you respond?
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Question 104 of 189
Which of the following is (are) true about atypical antipsychotics? (Select one that does not apply.)
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Question 105 of 189
If a person has a persistent belief that he has a serious illness despite medical reassurance, the disorder is called
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Question 106 of 189
Fear of strangers is an example of
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Question 107 of 189
Which statement is most true about depression?
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Question 108 of 189
Which neurotransmitters are most responsible for wakefulness? (Select all that apply.)
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Question 109 of 189
With regards to violent behaviour which is false?
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Question 110 of 189
Which of the following is characteristic of a dissociative disorder?
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Question 111 of 189
Which person would be most likely to experience sleep fragmentation?
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Question 112 of 189
Which of the following is most important to monitor for your patient on Clozaril?
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Question 113 of 189
Henry Smith is 88 years old and has been having periods of disorientation and confusion that worsen at night. He has been given a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. When you pick up Henry's tray after supper, you observe that he has not touched any of the food. As his nurse, you understand that the most likely cause of his not eating is:
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Question 114 of 189
The three basic components of attitudes are ___ , ___ and ___
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 115 of 189
Bill's ability to direct the new driver to the school is an example of
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 116 of 189
A patient with a long history of hypertension and diabetes now develops confusion. The health care provider wants to make a differential diagnosis between Alzheimerâ„¢s disease and multiple infarcts. Which diagnostic procedure should the nurse expect to prepare the patient for first?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 117 of 189
When planning care for a female patient diagnosed with obsessive and compulsive behavior, Nurse Barbara and case manager Marc must recognize that the ritual:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 118 of 189
When you stroke an infant's foot and the big toe flexes while the other toes fan out, what major reflex are you observing?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 119 of 189
Ram is not satisfied with his current job. Select the factor/s which may not be responsible for his dissatisfaction.
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 120 of 189
Which of the following is not a type of anxiety disorder?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 121 of 189
A patient experiencing moderate anxiety says, I feel undone. An appropriate response for the nurse would be:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 122 of 189
Which hallucination necessitates the nurse to implement safety measures? The patient says,
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 123 of 189
In the Oliver Sacks chapter, the patient with Tourette's syndrome was treated with Haldol and all EXCEPT which of the below occurred?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 124 of 189
Helen, a 47-year-old client with a long history of severe depression, has not responded to antidepressant medications or psychotherapy. The nurse caring for the patient knows that the treatment of choice for depression unresponsive to conventional treatment would be:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 125 of 189
A professional football player is seen in the emergency department after losing consciousness from an illegal block. Prior to discharge, the nurse assists the patient to schedule an outpatient computed tomography (CT) scan for the next day. Which strategy should the nurse use to ensure the patient remembers the appointment?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 126 of 189
Which assessment findings support a diagnosis of ODD?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 127 of 189
A nurse provides health education for an adult with sleep deprivation. It is most important for the nurse to encourage caution when the patient engages in
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 128 of 189
Shweta always fears whenever she has to enter in some new or unfamiliar situation. Identify the category of phobic disorder
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 129 of 189
What is the MOST appropriate classification of patient impairments that are the result of inactivity and expanding multisystem dysfunction following a stroke?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 130 of 189
You are doing patient teaching for Margaret, who has been prescribed amitriptyline (Elavil) for treatment of depression. Which of the following statements suggests that Margaret needs further instruction?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 131 of 189
When a client suddenly becomes aggressive and violent on the unit, which of the following approaches would be best for the nurse to use first?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 132 of 189
A nursing instructor is teaching about the prevalence of bipolar disorder. Which student statement indicates learning has occurred?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 133 of 189
A 10-year-old child was placed in a foster home after being removed from parental contact because of abuse. The child has apprehension, tremulousness, and impaired concentration. The foster parent also reports the child has an upset stomach, urinates frequently, and does not understand what has happened. What helpful measures should the nurse suggest to the foster parents? The nurse should recommend: (select all that apply)
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 134 of 189
Hearing voices that are not really there would be called a(n)
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 135 of 189
Condition with no emotions at all known as:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 136 of 189
At which stage of cognitive development children are able to differentiate themselves from the environment?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 137 of 189
The nurse interviewing a patient with suspected posttraumatic stress disorder should be alert to findings indicating the patient: (select all that apply)
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 138 of 189
A nurse cares for four patients who are receiving clozapine, lithium, fluoxetine, and venlafaxine, respectively. With which patient should the nurse be most alert for problems associated with fluid and electrolyte imbalance? The patient receiving
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 139 of 189
You are helping with breakfast service in the dining room. A resident begins screaming and hitting at her food stating, 'There are bugs on my eggs. Bugs! Get them off.' You approach her to see that someone sprinkled pepper on her eggs. An appropriate response is:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 140 of 189
In this study, the rats which had experienced nausea showed an aversion to
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 141 of 189
Sheena experiences a severe headache every morning before going to school. She doesn't like to go to school. If you are a counselor, which approach you are going to use in order to help her.
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 142 of 189
A patient tells the nurse that his sexual functioning is normal when his wife wears short, red camisole-style nightgowns. He states, Without the red teddies, I am not interested in sex. The nurse can assess this as consistent with:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 143 of 189
While studying for his Year 12 mathematics examination, Sven made many attempts to answer a particular problem, but he could not solve it. He decided to have a break and make himself a snack. As he was preparing his snack, Sven suddenly realised how to solve the mathematics problem. This is an example of
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 144 of 189
A woman consults the nurse practitioner because she has not achieved orgasm for 2 years, despite having been sexually active. This is an example of:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 145 of 189
Which is incorrect with regard to the DSM IV classification of psychiatric illness?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 146 of 189
A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder displays aggressiveness, agitation, talkativeness, and irritability. The nurse expects the health care provider to prescribe a medication from which group?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 147 of 189
A parent diagnosed with schizophrenia and 13-year-old child live in a homeless shelter. The child formed a trusting relationship with a shelter volunteer. The child says, My three friends and I got an A on our school science project. The nurse can assess that the child:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 148 of 189
Which best defines dysthymia?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 149 of 189
A nurse can anticipate anticholinergic side effects are likely when a patient takes
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 150 of 189
A man who regularly experiences premature ejaculation tells the nurse, I feel like such a failure. Its so awful for both me and my partner. Select the nurses most therapeutic response.
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 151 of 189
Which of the following would constitute a safety behaviour?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 152 of 189
The dimensional approach to classifying mental disorders
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 153 of 189
Physical symptom of psychological origin is a characteristic of
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 154 of 189
A person has had difficulty keeping a job because of arguing with co-workers and accusing them of conspiracy. Today the person shouts, Theyre all plotting to destroy me. Isnt that true? Select the nurses most therapeutic response.
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 155 of 189
Which factor presents the highest risk for a child to develop a psychiatric disorder?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 156 of 189
An unusual state called 'waxy flexibility' is sometimes observed in schizophrenia.
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 157 of 189
A teenager admits to you that he has been smoking marijuana. The nurse knows that marijuana is a(n):
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 158 of 189
According to the Lazarus and Folkman's Transactional Model of Stress and Coping, a person's experience of stress in a particular situation depends on their
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 159 of 189
A nursing instructor is discussing various challenges in the treatment of clients diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Which student statement demonstrates an understanding of the most critical challenge in the care of these clients?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 160 of 189
A patient diagnosed with major depression shows vegetative signs of depression. Which nursing actions should be implemented? Select all that apply.
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 161 of 189
Aricept is a medication used to treat which condition(s)?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 162 of 189
Which of the following is a factor responsible for alcoholism?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 163 of 189
When group therapy is prescribed as a treatment modality, the nurse would suggest placement of a 9-year-old in a group that uses:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 164 of 189
Which one of the following is not true about behaviour relating to substance use in adolescence?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 165 of 189
Clifford falsely believes that the police have planted secret cameras in his home to monitor his every movement. Clifford's belief is an example of
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 166 of 189
False beliefs that are held even when the facts contradict them are called
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 167 of 189
In behavior therapy, distressing symptoms are seen primarily as:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 168 of 189
DSM stands for
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 169 of 189
In Festinger's original experiment examining cognitive dissonance, people took a boring test, and were then paid either $1 or $20 to lie and tell the next person that task had been interesting. When later asked to evaluate how truly interesting the task had been, who rated the task as most enjoyable?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 170 of 189
A soldier who served in a combat zone returned to the U.S. The soldier's spouse complains to the nurse, 'We had planned to start a family, but now he won't talk about it. He won't even look at children.' The spouse is describing which symptom associated with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 171 of 189
An adult diagnosed with major depression was treated with medication and cognitive behavioral therapy. The patient now recognizes how passivity contributed to the depression. Which intervention should the nurse suggest?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 172 of 189
A 39-year-old man comes for review. He is on Fluoxetine for depression. Around two days ago he stopped taking the medication and started taking St John's wort. For the past two days he has experienced increased anxiety, sweating, headache and twitching.
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 173 of 189
Which group of the following brain structures is involved in initiating and processing the fear response?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 174 of 189
A person runs from a crowded nightclub after a pyrotechnics show causes the building to catch fire. Which division of the autonomic nervous system will be stimulated in response to this experience?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 175 of 189
The nurse who is counseling a patient with dissociative identity disorder should understand that the assessment of highest priority is:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 176 of 189
A patient with rheumatoid arthritis reports, For the past month Ive been having a lot of trouble falling asleep. When I finally get to sleep, I wake up several times during the night. Which information should the nurse seek initially?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 177 of 189
Which therapy uses electric currents to treat major depression?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 178 of 189
Khushpreet always believes himself to be specially empowered, he is suffering from:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 179 of 189
A patient diagnosed with depression begins selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant therapy. The nurse should provide information to the patient and family about:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 180 of 189
What are the three stages of Selye's general adaptation syndrome, in order?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 181 of 189
A nurse works with a child who is sad and irritable because the childs parents are divorcing. Why is establishing a therapeutic alliance with this child a priority?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 182 of 189
A person who is receiving tests to confirm a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease is preparing for a computerized tomography (CT) test. The patient becomes restless and is unable to follow the pre-examination directions given by the personnel. As the nurse who is assisting the patient, your best action at this time is to:
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 183 of 189
A nurse caring for a patient taking a SSRI will develop outcome criteria related to
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 184 of 189
A patient reports, The medicine prescribed to help me get to sleep worked well for about a month, but I dont have any more of those pills, and now my insomnia is worse than ever. I had nightmares the last 2 nights. Which type of medication did the health care provider most likely prescribe?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 185 of 189
A client is diagnosed with cyclothymic disorder. Which client behaviors should the nurse expect to find on assessment?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 186 of 189
Which season would be most associated with increased periods of wakefulness in the general population?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 187 of 189
A young man with severe schizophrenia is being discharged home. Which of the following medications would he most likely be taking?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 188 of 189
A nurse works with a patient diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder who has frequent flashbacks as well as persistent symptoms of arousal. Which intervention should be included in the plan of care?
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ATI RN · Psychobiological Disorder
Question 189 of 189
A nurse will prepare teaching materials for the parents of a child newly diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which medication will the information focus on?
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