Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing Considerations Quiz

Persistent sadness, loss of interest, and difficulty in daily activities characterize major depressive disorder.

The primary goal of therapeutic communication is to establish rapport and trust with the patient.

Antipsychotics are commonly prescribed for the treatment of schizophrenia.

Impulsivity is a common symptom of borderline personality disorder (BPD).

Serotonin is often implicated in the pathophysiology of anxiety disorders.

Flashbacks and nightmares are key features of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Weight gain is a potential side effect of long-term antipsychotic medication use.

Intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors are common symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Cognitive therapy focuses on restructuring cognitive distortions.

Buspirone is commonly used as a first-line treatment for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

Persistent sadness is NOT a symptom of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Orthostatic hypotension is a potential side effect of tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs).

Sudden memory gaps or amnesia are characteristic symptoms of dissociative identity disorder (DID).

The role of the psychiatric nurse involves providing emotional support and education to patients with mental illness.

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) primarily target serotonin.

Encouraging deep breathing exercises is appropriate for a patient experiencing severe anxiety.

Providing continuous supervision is appropriate for a patient with suicidal ideation.

The primary focus of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is regulating emotions and improving interpersonal relationships.

Eccentric behavior and odd beliefs are characteristic features of schizotypal personality disorder.

When caring for a patient with anorexia nervosa, the nurse should prioritize assessing body weight and nutritional status.

The primary focus of milieu therapy is creating a therapeutic environment.

Grandiosity and self-importance are core features of narcissistic personality disorder.

The primary goal of psychodynamic therapy is identifying unconscious conflicts.

The primary intervention in crisis intervention therapy is providing immediate support and stabilization.

An elevated white blood cell count would be most concerning in a patient taking clozapine (Clozaril).