PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR NCLEX RN: 6 NEW UPDATE QUESTIONS

A night shift psychiatric RN on the unit is going out of a pt's room & notices a pt w/ bipolar experiencing an episode of mania @ RN's station. Which intervention would promote therapeutic interaction w/ the pt? 1.) Approaching pt & assertively ask him to abide by acceptable behavior 2.) Redirect the pt to room & minimize triggers of behavior 3.) Reminding pt of limits & isolating pt to his room 4.) Going over unit rules & pt's rights, then encourage pt to go to room & sleep b/c its late - CORRECT ANSWER 2 = Effective strategies include redirecting pt & reducing environmental triggers -redirect pt to room Explanations: 1 = pt does NOT have active listening 3 = does NOT work; should NOT isolate pt if not harming self or others 4 = trigger in environment; won't listen If a pt has the following what psychiatric disorder are they experiencing? 1.) Poor concentration 2.) Hyperactivity 3.) Impulsivity 4.) Distractability - CORRECT ANSWER Mania = apart of bipolar disorder -manic-depressive illness This is manifested by mood swings involving euphoria (intense excitement & happiness), grandiosity, & an inflated sense of self-worth