#1
Which of the following is a symptom of depression?
Excessive talking
Increased appetite
Feelings of hopelessness
Elevated mood
#2
What is a primary characteristic of borderline personality disorder?
Paranoia
Impulsivity
Grandiosity
Rigid perfectionism
#3
Which neurotransmitter is associated with pleasure and reward?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
Glutamate
#4
What is a common symptom of schizophrenia?
Mania
Disorganized speech
Hypervigilance
Persistent sadness
#5
What is the primary focus of psychiatric nursing?
Physical health assessment
Psychosocial assessment
Administration of medications
Performing surgical procedures
#6
What is a common side effect of antipsychotic medications?
Weight loss
Insomnia
Muscle stiffness
Increased libido
#7
Which therapeutic technique encourages clients to express their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment?
Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Dialectical behavior therapy
Psychodynamic therapy
Client-centered therapy
#8
Which medication is commonly prescribed to treat symptoms of anxiety disorders?
Haloperidol
Lithium
Alprazolam
Fluoxetine
#9
In the context of psychiatric nursing, what does the acronym 'CAMHS' stand for?
Community Assessment and Mental Health Services
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
Crisis Assessment and Mental Health Support
Clinical Assessment and Mental Health Screening
#10
What is the primary goal of crisis intervention in psychiatric nursing?
To prolong the crisis period
To help the individual develop coping strategies
To encourage avoidance of the crisis situation
To ignore the crisis and wait for it to pass
#11
What is a common nursing intervention for a client experiencing severe anxiety?
Encouraging deep breathing exercises
Administering a sedative without consent
Confronting the client about their irrational fears
Isolating the client from social interactions
#12
Which neurotransmitter is often implicated in the pathophysiology of schizophrenia?
Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Acetylcholine
#13
Which legal principle allows psychiatric nurses to disclose confidential patient information without consent in cases where the patient poses a risk to themselves or others?
HIPAA Privacy Rule
Therapeutic Privilege
Tarasoff Duty
Informed Consent
#14
Which of the following is a common defense mechanism employed by individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Displacement
Rationalization
Projection
Dissociation
#15
What is the role of a psychiatric nurse in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
To prescribe medications
To challenge irrational thoughts and beliefs
To provide unconditional positive regard
To interpret unconscious conflicts