Nurse Gina understands that her client Glenda who is bulimic feels shame and guilt over binge eating and purging. This disorder is therefore considered: A. Ego-distorting B. Ego-dystonic C. Ego-enhancing D. Ego-syntonic Correct Answer: B. Ego-dystonic An ego-dystonic disorder is one in which the client views behaviors… Read More »
A nurse at Nurseslabs Medical Center is developing a care plan for a female client with post-traumatic stress disorder. Which of the following would she do initially? A. Instruct the client to use distraction techniques to cope with flashbacks. B. Encourage the client to put the past in proper perspective. C. Encourage… Read More »
The psychoanalytic theory explains the etiology of anorexia nervosa as: A. The achievement of secondary gain through control of eating. B. A conflict between mother and child over separation and individualization. C. Family dynamics that lead to enmeshment of members. D. The incorporation of thinness as an ideal body image. … Read More »
The school nurse assesses for anorexia nervosa in an adolescent girl. Which of the following findings are characteristic of this disorder? Select all that apply. A. Bradycardia B. Hypotension C. Chronic pain in one or more sites D. Fear of having a serious illness E. Irregular or absent menses F.… Read More »
Mr. Bartowski who is newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis asks the community nurse how stress can affect his disease. The nurse would explain that: A. The psychological experience of stress will not affect symptoms of physical disease. B. Psychological stress can cause painful emotions, which are harmful to a person with an illness.… Read More »
During a mother’s class, the nurse who is teaching the participants on stress management is questioned about the use of alternative treatments, such as herbal therapy and therapeutic touch. She explains that the advantage of these methods would include all of the following except: A. They are congruent with many cultural belief systems. B.… Read More »
David is preoccupied with numerous bodily complaints even after a careful diagnostic workup reveals no physiologic problems. Which nursing intervention would be therapeutic for him? A. Acknowledge that the complaints are real to the client, and refocus the client on other concerns and problems. B. Challenge the physical complaints by confronting the client… Read More »
Nurse Kenzo is teaching a client about sertraline (Zoloft), which has been prescribed for depression. A significant side effect is an interference with sexual arousal by inhibiting erectile function. How should Nurse Kenzo approach this topic? A. Nurse Kenzo should avoid mentioning the sexual side effects to prevent the client from having anxiety about… Read More »
Mental health is defined as: A. The ability to distinguish what is real from what is not. B. A state of well-being where a person can realize his own abilities can cope with normal stresses of life and work productively. C. Is the promotion of mental health, prevention of mental disorders, nursing… Read More »
Which of the following describes the role of a technician? A. Administers medications to a schizophrenic patient. B. The nurse feeds and bathes a catatonic client. C. Coordinates diverse aspects of care rendered to the patient. D. Disseminates information about alcohol and its effects. Correct Answer: A.… Read More »