WGU D449-MENTAL HEALTH INTERVENTIONS AND
ASSESSMENTS | 2026 UPDATE | QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION
Depression Answer - Signs/Symptoms, Actions to Take, Monitoring
Sertraline Answer - Starting Medication
Acute Stress Disorder Answer - Symptoms expected include flashbacks.
Clonazepam Answer - Common side effect is drowsiness.
Schizophrenia Answer - Auditory hallucinations are a symptom.
Paliperidone Answer - Advantage is extended-release formulation for fewer
doses.
Narcan Administration Answer - Priority nursing action is to monitor for
withdrawal symptoms.
Methamphetamines Answer - Long-term health complication includes dental
issues (e.g., 'meth mouth').
, Alcohol Withdrawal Answer - Crucial intervention is to administer vitamin B1
(thiamine).
Signs of Abuse Answer - Bald spots on head may suggest physical abuse.
Interventions Following Rape Answer - Most important first step is to assess
for physical injuries.
Suspected Abuse Victim Answer - Priority action is to engage in private
conversation with the client.
EPS Answer - Sign includes tremors.
Benztropine Answer - Primary purpose is to manage extrapyramidal
symptoms.
NMS Answer - Classic sign includes tachycardia and high fever.
Lithium Answer - Symptoms of toxicity include tremors, nausea, and
confusion.
MAOIs Answer - Client must avoid aged cheese to prevent hypertensive crisis.
Therapeutic Communication Answer - Example includes asking, 'Tell me how
you're feeling today.'
Suicide Assessment Answer - Assessing for a specific plan is critical in
evaluating suicide risk, as it provides important information regarding intent
and immediacy of risk.
ASSESSMENTS | 2026 UPDATE | QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION
Depression Answer - Signs/Symptoms, Actions to Take, Monitoring
Sertraline Answer - Starting Medication
Acute Stress Disorder Answer - Symptoms expected include flashbacks.
Clonazepam Answer - Common side effect is drowsiness.
Schizophrenia Answer - Auditory hallucinations are a symptom.
Paliperidone Answer - Advantage is extended-release formulation for fewer
doses.
Narcan Administration Answer - Priority nursing action is to monitor for
withdrawal symptoms.
Methamphetamines Answer - Long-term health complication includes dental
issues (e.g., 'meth mouth').
, Alcohol Withdrawal Answer - Crucial intervention is to administer vitamin B1
(thiamine).
Signs of Abuse Answer - Bald spots on head may suggest physical abuse.
Interventions Following Rape Answer - Most important first step is to assess
for physical injuries.
Suspected Abuse Victim Answer - Priority action is to engage in private
conversation with the client.
EPS Answer - Sign includes tremors.
Benztropine Answer - Primary purpose is to manage extrapyramidal
symptoms.
NMS Answer - Classic sign includes tachycardia and high fever.
Lithium Answer - Symptoms of toxicity include tremors, nausea, and
confusion.
MAOIs Answer - Client must avoid aged cheese to prevent hypertensive crisis.
Therapeutic Communication Answer - Example includes asking, 'Tell me how
you're feeling today.'
Suicide Assessment Answer - Assessing for a specific plan is critical in
evaluating suicide risk, as it provides important information regarding intent
and immediacy of risk.
