Freud explains anxiety as: A. Strives to gratify the needs for satisfaction and security. B. Conflict between id and superego. C. A hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal reaction to stress. D. A conditioned response to stressors. Correct Answer: B. Conflict between id and superego Freud explains anxiety as due to opposing… Read More »
The following are the appropriate nursing diagnosis for the client except: A. Ineffective individual coping B. Alteration in comfort, pain C. Altered role performance D. Impaired social interaction Correct Answer: D. Impaired social interaction The client may not have difficulty in social exchange. The cues do not support… Read More »
The following statements describe somatoform disorders: A. Physical symptoms are explained by organic causes. B. It is a voluntary expression of psychological conflicts. C. Expression of conflicts through bodily symptoms. D. Management entails a specific medical treatment. Correct Answer: C. Expression of conflicts through bodily symptoms Bodily… Read More »
Which outcome is most appropriate for Francis who has a dissociative disorder? A. Francis will deal with uncomfortable emotions on a conscious level. B. Francis will modify stress with the use of relaxation techniques. C. Francis will identify his anxiety responses. D. Francis will use problem-solving strategies when feeling stressed. … Read More »
What would be the best response to the client’s repeated complaints of pain: A. “I know the feeling is real tests revealed negative results.” B. “I think you’re exaggerating things a little bit.” C. “Try to forget this feeling and have activities to take it off your mind.” D. “So tell me more… Read More »