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MENTAL HEALTH EXAM 1EXAM COMPREHENSIVE 2026
QUESTIONS EXAM LATEST VERSION SOLVED QUESTIONS
& ANSWERS VERIFIED 100 %
Which individuals are most at risk for displaying aggressive behavior? (Select
all that apply)
A. An adolescent embarrassed in front of his friends.
B. A young male who feels rejected by the social group.
C. A young adult depressed after the death of a friend.
D. A middle-aged adult who feels that concerns are going unheard.
E. A patient who was discovered telling a lie.
A. An adolescent embarrassed in front of his friends.
B. A young male who feels rejected by the social group.
D. A middle-aged adult who feels that concerns are going unheard.
E. A patient who was discovered telling a lie.
A newly admitted male patient has a long history of aggressive behavior
toward staff. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates the need for more
information about the use of restraint?
A. "If his behavior warrants restraints, someone will stay with him the entire
time he's restrained."
B. "I'll call the primary provider and get an as needed (prn) seclusion/restraint
order."
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C. "If he is restrained, be sure he is offered food and fluids regularly."
D. "Remember that physical restraints are our last resort."
B. "I'll call the primary provider and get an as needed (prn) seclusion/restraint order."
Which intervention(s) should the nurse implement when helping a patient
expressing anger in an inappropriate manner? (Select all that apply)
A. Approach the patient in a calm, reassuring manner.
B. Provide suggestions regarding acceptable ways of communicating anger.
C. Warn the patient that being angry is not a healthy emotional state.
D. Set limits on the angry behavior that will be tolerated.
E. Allow any expression of anger as long as no one is hurt.
A. Approach the patient in a calm, reassuring manner.
B. Provide suggestions regarding acceptable ways of communicating anger.
D. Set limits on the angry behavior that will be tolerated.
Which guidelines should direct nursing care when deescalating an angry
patient? (Select all that apply)
A. Intervene as quickly as possible.
B. Identify the trigger for the anger.
C. Behave calmly and respectfully.
D. Recognize the patient's need for increased personal space.
E. Demands are agreed to as long as they won't result in harm to anyone.
A. Intervene as quickly as possible.
B. Identify the trigger for the anger.
C. Behave calmly and respectfully.
D. Recognize the patient's need for increased personal space.
A nurse named Darryl has been hired to work in a psychiatric intensive care
unit. He has undergone training on recognizing escalating anger. Which
statement indicates that he understands danger signs in regard to
aggression?
A. "I need to be aware of patients who are withdrawn and sitting alone."
B. "An obvious change in behavior is a risk factor for aggression."
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C. "Patients who seek constant attention are more likely to be violent."
D. "Patients who talk to themselves are the most dangerous."
B. "An obvious change in behavior is a risk factor for aggression."
An effective method of preventing escalation in an environment with violent
offenders is to develop a level of trust through:
A. A casual authoritative demeanor.
B. Keeping patients busy.
C. Brief, frequent, nonthreatening encounter.
D. Threats of seclusion or punishment
C. Brief, frequent, nonthreatening encounter.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, spinal injury, seizure disorder, and
pregnancy are conditions that-
A. Frequently result in out of control behavior.
B. Respond well to therapeutic holding.
C. Necessitate the use of only two-point restraint.
D. Contraindicate restraint and seclusion.
D. Contraindicate restraint and seclusion.
Chronic Pharmacological Interventions
- Beta blockers
- Anticonvulsants
- Lithium
- Antipsychotics
What question by the nurse leader is helpful in managing a monopolizing
member of a group?
A. "You seem angry. Is there something you want to discuss with the group?"
B. "Would it be helpful if you had time to think about the question?"
C. "Would you tell us about experiences that have frightened you?"
D. "Who else would like to share feelings about this issue?"
D. "Who else would like to share feelings about this issue?"
What advantages does group therapy have over those of individual therapy?
(Select all that apply)
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A. Groups are less expensive than one-to-one therapy.
B. Groups provide an opportunity to learn from others.
C. Groups are homogenous in composition.
D. Feedback is available from the group leader and group members.
E. Interpersonal skills can be practiced in a safe environment.
A. Groups are less expensive than one-to-one therapy.
B. Groups provide an opportunity to learn from others.
D. Feedback is available from the group leader and group members.
E. Interpersonal skills can be practiced in a safe environment.
The nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient would not be appropriate
to consider for inpatient group therapy?
A. Has limited financial and social resources.
B. Is experiencing acute mania.
C. Has few friends on the unit.
D. Is preparing for discharge tomorrow.
E. Does not speak up often, yet listens to others.
B. Is experiencing acute mania.
A patient continues to dominate the group conversation yet having been asked
to allow others to speak. What is the most appropriate group leader response?
A. "You are monopolizing the conversation."
B. "When you talk constantly, it makes everyone feel angry."
C. "You are supposed to allow others to talk also."
D. "When you speak out of turn, I am concerned that others cannot participate
equally."
D. "When you speak out of turn, I am concerned that others cannot participate
equally."
While you are working with a family whose son was admitted due to a
psychotic break, you observe the mother say to her son, "What, no hug for
your Mom?" As the son embraces his mother, she stiffens, which results in the
young man backing away. She responds, "You only care about yourself." What
behavior is this mother engaging in?
MENTAL HEALTH EXAM 1EXAM COMPREHENSIVE 2026
QUESTIONS EXAM LATEST VERSION SOLVED QUESTIONS
& ANSWERS VERIFIED 100 %
Which individuals are most at risk for displaying aggressive behavior? (Select
all that apply)
A. An adolescent embarrassed in front of his friends.
B. A young male who feels rejected by the social group.
C. A young adult depressed after the death of a friend.
D. A middle-aged adult who feels that concerns are going unheard.
E. A patient who was discovered telling a lie.
A. An adolescent embarrassed in front of his friends.
B. A young male who feels rejected by the social group.
D. A middle-aged adult who feels that concerns are going unheard.
E. A patient who was discovered telling a lie.
A newly admitted male patient has a long history of aggressive behavior
toward staff. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates the need for more
information about the use of restraint?
A. "If his behavior warrants restraints, someone will stay with him the entire
time he's restrained."
B. "I'll call the primary provider and get an as needed (prn) seclusion/restraint
order."
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C. "If he is restrained, be sure he is offered food and fluids regularly."
D. "Remember that physical restraints are our last resort."
B. "I'll call the primary provider and get an as needed (prn) seclusion/restraint order."
Which intervention(s) should the nurse implement when helping a patient
expressing anger in an inappropriate manner? (Select all that apply)
A. Approach the patient in a calm, reassuring manner.
B. Provide suggestions regarding acceptable ways of communicating anger.
C. Warn the patient that being angry is not a healthy emotional state.
D. Set limits on the angry behavior that will be tolerated.
E. Allow any expression of anger as long as no one is hurt.
A. Approach the patient in a calm, reassuring manner.
B. Provide suggestions regarding acceptable ways of communicating anger.
D. Set limits on the angry behavior that will be tolerated.
Which guidelines should direct nursing care when deescalating an angry
patient? (Select all that apply)
A. Intervene as quickly as possible.
B. Identify the trigger for the anger.
C. Behave calmly and respectfully.
D. Recognize the patient's need for increased personal space.
E. Demands are agreed to as long as they won't result in harm to anyone.
A. Intervene as quickly as possible.
B. Identify the trigger for the anger.
C. Behave calmly and respectfully.
D. Recognize the patient's need for increased personal space.
A nurse named Darryl has been hired to work in a psychiatric intensive care
unit. He has undergone training on recognizing escalating anger. Which
statement indicates that he understands danger signs in regard to
aggression?
A. "I need to be aware of patients who are withdrawn and sitting alone."
B. "An obvious change in behavior is a risk factor for aggression."
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C. "Patients who seek constant attention are more likely to be violent."
D. "Patients who talk to themselves are the most dangerous."
B. "An obvious change in behavior is a risk factor for aggression."
An effective method of preventing escalation in an environment with violent
offenders is to develop a level of trust through:
A. A casual authoritative demeanor.
B. Keeping patients busy.
C. Brief, frequent, nonthreatening encounter.
D. Threats of seclusion or punishment
C. Brief, frequent, nonthreatening encounter.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, spinal injury, seizure disorder, and
pregnancy are conditions that-
A. Frequently result in out of control behavior.
B. Respond well to therapeutic holding.
C. Necessitate the use of only two-point restraint.
D. Contraindicate restraint and seclusion.
D. Contraindicate restraint and seclusion.
Chronic Pharmacological Interventions
- Beta blockers
- Anticonvulsants
- Lithium
- Antipsychotics
What question by the nurse leader is helpful in managing a monopolizing
member of a group?
A. "You seem angry. Is there something you want to discuss with the group?"
B. "Would it be helpful if you had time to think about the question?"
C. "Would you tell us about experiences that have frightened you?"
D. "Who else would like to share feelings about this issue?"
D. "Who else would like to share feelings about this issue?"
What advantages does group therapy have over those of individual therapy?
(Select all that apply)
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A. Groups are less expensive than one-to-one therapy.
B. Groups provide an opportunity to learn from others.
C. Groups are homogenous in composition.
D. Feedback is available from the group leader and group members.
E. Interpersonal skills can be practiced in a safe environment.
A. Groups are less expensive than one-to-one therapy.
B. Groups provide an opportunity to learn from others.
D. Feedback is available from the group leader and group members.
E. Interpersonal skills can be practiced in a safe environment.
The nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient would not be appropriate
to consider for inpatient group therapy?
A. Has limited financial and social resources.
B. Is experiencing acute mania.
C. Has few friends on the unit.
D. Is preparing for discharge tomorrow.
E. Does not speak up often, yet listens to others.
B. Is experiencing acute mania.
A patient continues to dominate the group conversation yet having been asked
to allow others to speak. What is the most appropriate group leader response?
A. "You are monopolizing the conversation."
B. "When you talk constantly, it makes everyone feel angry."
C. "You are supposed to allow others to talk also."
D. "When you speak out of turn, I am concerned that others cannot participate
equally."
D. "When you speak out of turn, I am concerned that others cannot participate
equally."
While you are working with a family whose son was admitted due to a
psychotic break, you observe the mother say to her son, "What, no hug for
your Mom?" As the son embraces his mother, she stiffens, which results in the
young man backing away. She responds, "You only care about yourself." What
behavior is this mother engaging in?
