Jose is diagnosed with amphetamine psychosis and was admitted to the emergency room. Nurse Ronald would most likely prepare to administer which of the following medication? A. Librium B. Valium C. Ativan D. Haldol Correct Answer: D. Haldol The nurse would prepare to administer an antipsychotic medication such as… Read More »
The primary nursing diagnosis for a female client with a medical diagnosis of major depression would be: A. Situational low self-esteem related to altered role B. Powerlessness related to the loss of idealized self C. Spiritual distress related to depression D. Impaired verbal communication related to depression … Read More »
When developing an initial nursing care plan for a male client with a Bipolar I disorder (manic episode) nurse Ron should plan to? A. Isolate his gym time. B. Encourage his active participation in unit programs. C. Provide foods, fluids, and rest. D. Discourage his participation in programs. … Read More »
Grace is exhibiting withdrawn patterns of behavior. Nurse Johnny is aware that this type of behavior eventually produces a feeling of: A. Repression B. Loneliness C. Anger D. Paranoia Correct Answer: B. Loneliness The withdrawn pattern of behavior presents the individual from reaching out to others for… Read More »
One morning a female client on the inpatient psychiatric service complains to nurse Hazel that she has been waiting for over an hour for someone to accompany her to activities. Nurse Hazel replies to the client “We’re doing the best we can. There are a lot of other people in the unit who need attention… Read More »
A nursing diagnosis for a male client with a diagnosed multiple personality disorder is chronic low self-esteem probably related to childhood abuse. The most appropriate short-term client outcome would be: A. Verbalizing the need for anxiety medications. B. Recognizing each existing personality. C. Engaging in object-oriented activities. D. Eliminating defense mechanisms and phobia.… Read More »
A 25-year-old male is admitted to a mental health facility because of inappropriate behavior. The client has been hearing voices, responding to imaginary companions, and withdrawing to his room for several days at a time. Nurse Monette understands that the withdrawal is a defense against the client’s fear of: A. Phobia B. Powerlessness… Read More »
When asking the parents about the onset of problems in young client with the diagnosis of schizophrenia, Nurse Linda would expect that they would relate the client’s difficulties began in: A. Early childhood B. Late childhood C. Adolescence D. Puberty Correct Answer: C. Adolescence The usual age… Read More »
Jose, who has been hospitalized with schizophrenia tells Nurse Ron, “My heart has stopped and my veins have turned to glass!” Nurse Ron is aware that this is an example of: A. Somatic delusions B. Depersonalization C. Hypochondriasis D. Echolalia Correct Answer: A. Somatic delusions Somatic delusion… Read More »
In recognizing common behaviors exhibited by a male client who has a diagnosis of schizophrenia, nurse Josie can anticipate: A. Slumped posture, pessimistic outlook, and flight of ideas B. Grandiosity, arrogance, and distractibility C. Withdrawal, regressed behavior, and lack of social skills D. Disorientation, forgetfulness, and anxiety … Read More »