NURS 225 Exam 3 Final Test
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Solutions 2025-2026 Updated.
A crisis is defined as which of the following?
A. Pathological stress reaction
B. Acute time limited state of disequilibrium
C. Panic attack
D. A time for deep reflection - Answer B
Which of the following is true of a crisis?
A. It can lead to personal growth
B. It is precipitated by unhealthy coping skills
C. It is a leading cause of mental illness
D. It is always caused by a sudden stress - Answer A
A person with mature coping skills will never experience a crisis
A. True
B. False - Answer B
What are factors common to all crises?
A. They are experienced suddenly
B. Early intervention is most effective
C. The focus is on immediate problem solving
D. All of the above - Answer D
The long term goal of crisis intervention is which of the following?
A. Address long term stressors and behaviors
,B. Prevent lasting effects
C. Return to pre-crisis level of function
D. Get the client into psychotherapy - Answer C
According to Roberts (2005), crisis resolution occurs after which of the following?
A. An action plan is developed
B. Rapport with the client is established
C. Major problems are identified
D. Follow up plan is established - Answer D
A client loses all possessions in a house fire experiences which of the following crisis?
A. Maturational
B. Situational
C. Medical
D. Adventitious - Answer B
A client who had a serious injury in a car accident 3 months ago is now depressed and
withdrawn. Phase of crisis?
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth - Answer D
An initial assessment in crisis intervention is which of the following?
A. Perception of precipitating event
B. Adherence to follow up plan
C. Client's risk of harm
D. Coping skills - Answer C
The most effective way of planning crisis resolution is which of the following?
, A. In collaboration with the client
B. Plan standardized interventions
C. Focus on long term problem
D. Organize follow up first - Answer A
Nursing interventions of the client in crisis include which of the following?
A. Engage in problem solving
B. Assist in identification/ development of coping skills
C. Assist client to identify personal strengths
D. All of the above - Answer D
The goal in primary care in crisis management is which of the following?
A. Decrease the incidence of crisis
B. Lessen the severity of acute trauma
C. Provide support for families of trauma victims
D. Ensure the client seeks appropriate follow up - Answer A
Which population is especially vulnerable to crisis development?
A. Those with severe and chronic mental illness
B. Politicians
C. Pet owners
D. Married people - Answer A
What is a self care technique a nurse could use when working with clients in crisis?
A. Be aware of personal feelings and healthy coping skills
B. Become cold and hardened
C. Stop working with that population
D. Leave the profession - Answer A
How long should you stay with the patient to monitor for blood transfusion reactions?
Questions with Complete Verified
Solutions 2025-2026 Updated.
A crisis is defined as which of the following?
A. Pathological stress reaction
B. Acute time limited state of disequilibrium
C. Panic attack
D. A time for deep reflection - Answer B
Which of the following is true of a crisis?
A. It can lead to personal growth
B. It is precipitated by unhealthy coping skills
C. It is a leading cause of mental illness
D. It is always caused by a sudden stress - Answer A
A person with mature coping skills will never experience a crisis
A. True
B. False - Answer B
What are factors common to all crises?
A. They are experienced suddenly
B. Early intervention is most effective
C. The focus is on immediate problem solving
D. All of the above - Answer D
The long term goal of crisis intervention is which of the following?
A. Address long term stressors and behaviors
,B. Prevent lasting effects
C. Return to pre-crisis level of function
D. Get the client into psychotherapy - Answer C
According to Roberts (2005), crisis resolution occurs after which of the following?
A. An action plan is developed
B. Rapport with the client is established
C. Major problems are identified
D. Follow up plan is established - Answer D
A client loses all possessions in a house fire experiences which of the following crisis?
A. Maturational
B. Situational
C. Medical
D. Adventitious - Answer B
A client who had a serious injury in a car accident 3 months ago is now depressed and
withdrawn. Phase of crisis?
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth - Answer D
An initial assessment in crisis intervention is which of the following?
A. Perception of precipitating event
B. Adherence to follow up plan
C. Client's risk of harm
D. Coping skills - Answer C
The most effective way of planning crisis resolution is which of the following?
, A. In collaboration with the client
B. Plan standardized interventions
C. Focus on long term problem
D. Organize follow up first - Answer A
Nursing interventions of the client in crisis include which of the following?
A. Engage in problem solving
B. Assist in identification/ development of coping skills
C. Assist client to identify personal strengths
D. All of the above - Answer D
The goal in primary care in crisis management is which of the following?
A. Decrease the incidence of crisis
B. Lessen the severity of acute trauma
C. Provide support for families of trauma victims
D. Ensure the client seeks appropriate follow up - Answer A
Which population is especially vulnerable to crisis development?
A. Those with severe and chronic mental illness
B. Politicians
C. Pet owners
D. Married people - Answer A
What is a self care technique a nurse could use when working with clients in crisis?
A. Be aware of personal feelings and healthy coping skills
B. Become cold and hardened
C. Stop working with that population
D. Leave the profession - Answer A
How long should you stay with the patient to monitor for blood transfusion reactions?
