Situation: A widow age 28, whose husband died one (1) year ago due to AIDS, has just been told that she has AIDS. Panky says to the nurse, “Why me? How could God do this to me?” This reaction is one of: A. Depression B. Denial C. Anger D. Bargaining … Read More »
Situation: A widow age 28, whose husband died one (1) year ago due to AIDS, has just been told that she has AIDS. Panky says to the nurse, “Why me? How could God do this to me?” The nurse’s therapeutic response is: A. “I will refer you to a clergy who can help you… Read More »
One morning the nurse sees the client in a depressed mood. The nurse asks her “What are you thinking about?” This communication technique is: A. Focusing B. Validating C. Reflecting D. Giving broad opening Correct Answer: D. Giving broad opening Broad opening technique allows the client to… Read More »
The client says to the nurse “Pray for me” and entrusts her wedding ring to the nurse. The nurse knows that this may signal which of the following: A. Anxiety B. Suicidal ideation C. Major depression D. Hopelessness Correct Answer: B. Suicidal ideation Determine whether the person… Read More »
Which of the following interventions should be prioritized in the care of the suicidal client? A. Remove all potentially harmful items from the client’s room. B. Allow the client to express feelings of hopelessness. C. Note the client’s capabilities to increase self-esteem. D. Set a “no suicide” contract with the client.… Read More »
When working with the nurse during the orientation phase of the relationship, a client with a borderline personality disorder would probably have the most difficulty in: A. Controlling anxiety. B. Terminating the session on time. C. Accepting the psychiatric diagnosis. D. Setting mutual goals for the relationship. Correct Answer:… Read More »
For questions #50-55: Situation: Ryan, a 14-year-old male was admitted to a medical ward due to bronchial asthma after learning that his mother was leaving soon for U.K. to work as a nurse. The client has which of the following developmental focus: A. Establishing a relationship with the opposite sex and career planning.… Read More »
The personality type of Ryan is: A. Conforming B. Dependent C. Perfectionist D. Masochistic Correct Answer: B. Dependent A client with a dependent personality is predisposed to develop asthma. At the heart of dependent personality is a lack of self-efficacy. Individuals with dependent personality believe they are… Read More »
The nurse ensures a therapeutic environment for the client. Which of the following best describes a therapeutic milieu? A. A therapy that rewards adaptive behavior. B. A cognitive approach to change behavior. C. A living, learning, or working environment. D. A permissive and congenial environment. Correct Answer: C. A… Read More »
Included as a priority of care for the client will be: A. Encourage verbalization of concerns instead of demonstrating them through the body. B. Divert attention toward activities. C. Place in Semi-fowler’s position and render O2 inhalation as ordered. D. Help her recognize that her physical condition has an emotional component.… Read More »