#1
Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a patient experiencing severe anxiety?
Encouraging deep breathing exercises
Administering a sedative without consultation
Ignoring the patient's distress
Leaving the patient alone in a room
#2
Which mental health disorder is characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, and feelings of worthlessness?
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Major depressive disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
#3
Which symptom is characteristic of a panic attack?
Excessive sleeping
Hypotension
Chest pain and palpitations
Persistent sadness
#4
Which side effect is commonly associated with the use of typical antipsychotic medications?
Weight gain
Extrapyramidal symptoms
Sedation
Hypertension
#5
What is the primary symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Delusions
Flashbacks and nightmares
Grandiosity
Compulsions
#6
A patient with schizophrenia is experiencing auditory hallucinations. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?
Ignore the hallucinations
Tell the patient the voices are not real
Encourage the patient to engage in a quiet activity
Reassure the patient that you don't hear the voices
#7
Which medication is commonly prescribed as a mood stabilizer for patients with bipolar disorder?
Lorazepam
Haloperidol
Lithium carbonate
Fluoxetine
#8
Which assessment finding should a nurse prioritize when caring for a patient with borderline personality disorder?
Presence of suicidal ideation
Social withdrawal
Elevated blood pressure
Hyperactivity
#9
What is the primary purpose of using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in mental health treatment?
To explore the patient's unconscious conflicts
To modify maladaptive thoughts and behaviors
To improve interpersonal relationships
To prescribe medication for symptom management
#10
In which phase of the therapeutic nurse-patient relationship does the nurse assist the patient in problem-solving and achieving goals?
Orientation phase
Working phase
Termination phase
Assessment phase
#11
What is the primary goal of therapeutic communication in mental health nursing?
To provide advice and solutions to the patient's problems
To establish a trusting relationship with the patient
To persuade the patient to change their behavior
To enforce rules and regulations within the facility
#12
A patient with dementia becomes agitated and aggressive. What is the nurse's priority intervention?
Restrain the patient to prevent harm
Administer an antipsychotic medication
Redirect the patient's attention to a calming activity
Leave the patient alone until they calm down
#13
A patient diagnosed with anorexia nervosa refuses to eat. What is the priority nursing intervention?
Encourage the patient to eat more
Administer a sedative to induce sleep
Conduct a group therapy session
Establish a trusting relationship and explore underlying issues
#14
What is the primary goal of using dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in the treatment of borderline personality disorder?
To increase self-awareness
To explore unresolved childhood conflicts
To enhance emotional regulation and interpersonal skills
To prescribe medication for symptom management
#15
A patient with bipolar disorder is experiencing a manic episode. Which nursing intervention is the priority?
Restricting fluids to prevent dehydration
Encouraging the patient to engage in high-energy activities
Ensuring adequate rest and sleep
Administering a sedative to induce sleep