The characteristic manifestation that will differentiate bulimia nervosa from anorexia nervosa is that bulimic individuals: A. Have episodic binge eating and purging. B. Have repeated attempts to stabilize their weight. C. Have peculiar food handling patterns. D. Have threatened self-esteem. Correct Answer: A. Have episodic binge eating… Read More »
A nursing diagnosis for bulimia nervosa is powerlessness related to feeling not in control of eating habits. The goal for this problem is: A. Patient will learn problem-solving skills. B. Patient will have decreased symptoms of anxiety. C. Patient will perform self-care activities daily. D. Patient will verbalize how to set… Read More »
In the management of bulimic patients, the following nursing interventions will promote a therapeutic relationship except: A. Establish an atmosphere of trust. B. Discuss their eating behavior. C. Help patients identify feelings associated with binge-purge behavior. D. Teach the patient about bulimia nervosa. Correct Answer: B. Discuss their… Read More »
Situation: A 35-year-old male has an intense fear of riding an elevator. He claims “ As if I will die inside.” This has affected his studies The client is suffering from: A. Agoraphobia B. Social phobia C. Claustrophobia D. Xenophobia Correct Answer: C. Claustrophobia Claustrophobia is fear… Read More »
Situation: A 24-year-old female has an intense fear of spiders. Initial intervention for the client should be to: A. Encourage to verbalize her fears as much as she wants. B. Assist her to find meaning to her feelings in relation to her past. C. Establish trust through a consistent approach. D.… Read More »
The nurse develops a countertransference reaction. This is evidenced by: A. The client feels angry towards the nurse who resembles his mother. B. Focusing on the feelings of the client. C. Confronting the client about discrepancies in verbal or non-verbal behavior. D. Revealing personal information to the client. … Read More »
Nurse Martha is teaching her students about anxiety medications; she explains that benzodiazepines affect which brain chemical? A. Acetylcholine B. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) C. Norepinephrine D. Serotonin Correct Answer: B. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) Anti Anxiety medications stimulate the neurotransmitter GABA, which is a chemical associated with relaxation.… Read More »
Which is the desired outcome in conducting desensitization: A. The client verbalizes his fears about the situation. B. The client will voluntarily attend group therapy in the social hall. C. The client will socialize with others willingly. D. The client will be able to overcome his disabling fear. … Read More »
Which of the following should be included in the health teachings among clients receiving Valium: A. Avoid taking CNS depressants like alcohol. B. There are no restrictions in activities. C. Limit fluid intake. D. Any beverage like coffee may be taken. Correct Answer: A. Avoid taking CNS… Read More »
Situation: A 20-year-old college student is admitted to the medical ward because of sudden onset of paralysis of both legs. Extensive examination revealed no physical basis for the complaint. The nurse plans intervention based on which correct statement about conversion disorder? A. The symptoms are conscious effort to control anxiety. B. The client… Read More »