#1
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with mood regulation?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
GABA
#2
What is a common symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
Hallucinations
Mania
Excessive worrying
Social withdrawal
#3
Which therapeutic communication technique involves restating the main message of what the client says?
Reflecting
Clarifying
Summarizing
Paraphrasing
#4
Which disorder is characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression?
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Borderline personality disorder
#5
What is the main difference between delirium and dementia?
Onset
Severity
Reversibility
Duration
#6
Which psychiatric disorder is characterized by recurrent, intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Panic disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Social anxiety disorder
#7
Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a client experiencing acute anxiety?
Encouraging relaxation techniques
Administering antipsychotic medication
Setting strict limits on behavior
Avoiding discussing anxiety triggers
#8
Which neurotransmitter is associated with the fight-or-flight response?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Norepinephrine
GABA
#9
Which mental health disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others?
Antisocial personality disorder
Narcissistic personality disorder
Borderline personality disorder
Schizoid personality disorder
#10
What is the primary medication class used to treat symptoms of depression?
Antipsychotics
Anxiolytics
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Mood stabilizers
#11
Which nursing intervention is essential when caring for a client experiencing acute psychosis?
Providing a quiet environment
Encouraging socialization
Administering stimulant medication
Limiting physical activity
#12
What is a common side effect of typical antipsychotic medications?
Weight loss
Sedation
Hypertension
Extrapyramidal symptoms
#13
Which neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by benzodiazepines?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
Norepinephrine
#14
Which cognitive distortion involves viewing situations in black-and-white terms?
Magnification
Catastrophizing
All-or-nothing thinking
Personalization
#15
What is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Grandiosity
Flashbacks
Tremors
Hypersomnia
#16
Which neurotransmitter is associated with reward and pleasure?
Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Glutamate
#17
What is the primary goal of assertiveness training in psychiatric nursing?
Promoting passive behavior
Enhancing communication skills
Encouraging aggressive behavior
Avoiding conflicts
#18
Which nursing intervention is essential for a client experiencing a panic attack?
Encouraging deep breathing exercises
Discussing potential triggers
Providing reality orientation
Administering sedative medication
#19
What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Exploring unconscious conflicts
Resolving past traumas
Changing negative thought patterns
Increasing self-awareness
#20
What is the primary neurotransmitter associated with schizophrenia?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
Acetylcholine
#21
What is the primary focus of milieu therapy in psychiatric nursing?
Individual therapy sessions
Medication management
Creating a therapeutic environment
Family therapy
#22
What is the primary focus of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?
Enhancing self-esteem
Regulating emotions
Resolving interpersonal conflicts
Exploring unconscious conflicts
#23
What is the primary focus of family therapy in psychiatric nursing?
Individual symptom management
Enhancing self-awareness
Improving family dynamics
Medication adherence
#24
Which defense mechanism involves channeling unacceptable impulses into socially acceptable activities?
Projection
Rationalization
Sublimation
Regression
#25
What is the primary focus of group therapy in psychiatric nursing?
Exploring childhood traumas
Developing coping skills
Resolving family conflicts
Administering medication