The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with an antisocial personality disorder. The client has a history of fighting, cruelty to animals, and stealing. Which of the following traits would the nurse be most likely to uncover during the assessment? A. History of gainful employment. B. Frequent expression of guilt regarding antisocial behavior. … Read More »
Nurse Amy is providing care for a male client undergoing opiate withdrawal. Opiate withdrawal causes severe physical discomfort and can be life-threatening. To minimize these effects, opiate users are commonly detoxified with: A. Barbiturates B. Amphetamines C. Methadone D. Benzodiazepines Correct Answer: C. Methadone Methadone is used… Read More »
Nurse Cristina is caring for a client who experiences false sensory perceptions with no basis in reality. These perceptions are known as: A. Delusions B. Hallucinations C. Loose associations D. Neologisms Correct Answer: B. Hallucinations Hallucinations are visual, auditory, gustatory, tactile, or olfactory perceptions that have no… Read More »
Nurse Marco is developing a plan of care for a client with anorexia nervosa. Which action should the nurse include in the plan? A. Restricts visits with the family and friends until the client begins to eat. B. Provide privacy during meals. C. Set up a strict eating plan for the client.… Read More »
The initial nursing intervention for the significant-others during shock phase of a grief reaction should be focused on: A. Presenting the full reality of the loss of the individuals. B. Directing the individual’s activities at this time. C. Staying with the individuals involved. D. Mobilizing the individual’s support system. … Read More »
Tim is admitted with a diagnosis of delusions of grandeur. The nurse is aware that this diagnosis reflects a belief that one is: A. Highly important or famous. B. Being persecuted. C. Connected to events unrelated to oneself. D. Responsible for the evil in the world. Correct… Read More »
Nurse Jen is caring for a male client with manic depression. The plan of care for a client in a manic state would include: A. Offering high-calorie meals and strongly encouraging the client to finish all food. B. Insisting that the client remain active through the day so that he’ll sleep at night.… Read More »
Ramon is admitted for detoxification after a cocaine overdose. The client tells the nurse that he frequently uses cocaine but that he can control his use if he chooses. Which coping mechanism is he using? A. Withdrawal B. Logical thinking C. Repression D. Denial Correct Answer: D.… Read More »
Richard is admitted with a diagnosis of schizotypal personality disorder. Which signs would this client exhibit during social situations? A. Aggressive behavior B. Paranoid thoughts C. Emotional affect D. Independence needs Correct Answer: B. Paranoid thoughts Clients with schizotypal personality disorder experience excessive social anxiety that can… Read More »
Nurse Mickey is caring for a client diagnosed with bulimia. The most appropriate initial goal for a client diagnosed with bulimia is to: A. Avoid shopping for large amounts of food. B. Control eating impulses. C. Identify anxiety-causing situations. D. Eat only three meals per day. Correct Answer: C.… Read More »