#1
What is the purpose of using the Recovery Model in mental health care?
To focus solely on symptom reduction
To promote collaboration between the healthcare provider and patient
To increase the use of involuntary hospitalization
To prioritize pharmacological interventions
#2
When implementing a safety plan for a suicidal patient, what is a crucial component that should be included?
Encouraging isolation for self-reflection
Providing access to potentially harmful objects
Establishing a support network and coping strategies
Avoiding any discussion of the patient's feelings
#3
When assessing a patient with a potential eating disorder, which behavior may indicate the presence of binge eating?
Extreme preoccupation with body weight and shape
Excessive exercise routines
Episodes of consuming large quantities of food in a short time with loss of control
Strict avoidance of specific food groups
#4
What is the primary purpose of using therapeutic modalities such as art or music therapy in mental health care?
To replace traditional therapeutic interventions
To focus exclusively on physical health
To provide alternative means of expression and coping
To enforce strict behavioral control
#5
In mental health nursing, what is the primary goal of using dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?
To focus on changing irrational thoughts
To improve interpersonal effectiveness
To encourage self-help techniques
To explore unconscious processes
#6
Which assessment tool is commonly used to evaluate a patient's overall mental health status?
Glasgow Coma Scale
Bradford Hill Criteria
Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
APGAR Score
#7
What is the primary goal of therapeutic communication in mental health nursing?
To establish authority over the patient
To provide solutions to the patient's problems
To build trust and rapport with the patient
To control and manipulate the patient
#8
Which therapeutic approach emphasizes the importance of the nurse-client relationship and explores unconscious processes?
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
#9
What is the primary role of a mental health nurse during the planning phase of the nursing process?
Providing direct care to the patient
Setting achievable goals and outcomes
Assessing the patient's mental status
Administering medication as prescribed
#10
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with mood regulation, and imbalances are linked to mood disorders?
Serotonin
GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid)
Dopamine
Endorphins
#11
In the context of mental health nursing, what does the acronym DSM-5 stand for?
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition
Differential Symptom Measurement - 5
Depression and Stress Management - 5
Dementia Screening Measure - 5
#12
Which intervention is commonly used for managing acute agitation in a psychiatric patient?
Administering a high dose of anxiolytic medication
Applying physical restraints
Engaging in therapeutic communication
Encouraging group therapy sessions
#13
Which statement best describes the concept of stigma in the context of mental health?
It refers to the involuntary hospitalization of individuals with mental illness.
It involves negative attitudes and beliefs that lead to discrimination against those with mental health issues.
It is a psychiatric disorder characterized by extreme fear of social situations.
It signifies the legal restrictions imposed on mentally ill individuals.
#14
What is the primary purpose of using psychopharmacology in mental health nursing?
To replace psychotherapy interventions
To control symptoms through the use of medication
To encourage self-help techniques
To eliminate the need for therapeutic communication
#15
Which of the following is a key aspect of trauma-informed care in mental health nursing?
Minimizing patient autonomy
Avoiding discussions about past traumas
Ensuring a safe and empowering environment
Utilizing physical restraints as a preventive measure