Subject: Psychiatric nursing Total MCQ: 30
Time: 45 Minutes
1. Which of the following is NOT a common mental health disorder among
older adults?
A) Depression
B) Schizophrenia
C) Bipolar disorder
D) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
2. Which of the following is an important factor to consider when
assessing an older adult with a mental health disorder?
A) Their level of education
B) Their occupation
C) Their cultural background
D) Their income level
3. Which of the following is a potential side effect of antipsychotic
medication commonly used to treat older adults with mental health
disorders?
A) Weight loss
B) Increased appetite
C) Restlessness
D) Improved sleep quality
4. Which of the following is an important consideration when assessing an
older adult with dementia who also has a mental health disorder?
A) Their ability to communicate effectively
B) Their ability to perform complex tasks
C) Their ability to remember recent events
D) Their ability to navigate their environment independently
, 5. Which of the following is a potential risk factor for suicide among older
adults with mental health disorders?
A) A history of substance abuse
B) A history of divorce or separation
C) A history of physical illness
D) A history of travel or relocation
6. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for an
older adult with a mental health disorder who is experiencing delusions or
hallucinations?
A) Encouraging the client to confront their delusions or hallucinations
B) Providing the client with a quiet and structured environment
C) Encouraging the client to engage in social activities
D) Allowing the client to make decisions about their treatment plan
7. Which of the following is a potential side effect of antidepressant
medication commonly used to treat older adults with mental health
disorders?
A) Insomnia
B) Weight gain
C) Increased libido
D) Decreased appetite
8. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for an
older adult with a mental health disorder who is experiencing anxiety or
agitation?
A) Encouraging the client to engage in physical activity
B) Providing the client with a stimulating environment
C) Encouraging the client to avoid social situations
D) Allowing the client to engage in self-harm behaviors
Time: 45 Minutes
1. Which of the following is NOT a common mental health disorder among
older adults?
A) Depression
B) Schizophrenia
C) Bipolar disorder
D) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
2. Which of the following is an important factor to consider when
assessing an older adult with a mental health disorder?
A) Their level of education
B) Their occupation
C) Their cultural background
D) Their income level
3. Which of the following is a potential side effect of antipsychotic
medication commonly used to treat older adults with mental health
disorders?
A) Weight loss
B) Increased appetite
C) Restlessness
D) Improved sleep quality
4. Which of the following is an important consideration when assessing an
older adult with dementia who also has a mental health disorder?
A) Their ability to communicate effectively
B) Their ability to perform complex tasks
C) Their ability to remember recent events
D) Their ability to navigate their environment independently
, 5. Which of the following is a potential risk factor for suicide among older
adults with mental health disorders?
A) A history of substance abuse
B) A history of divorce or separation
C) A history of physical illness
D) A history of travel or relocation
6. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for an
older adult with a mental health disorder who is experiencing delusions or
hallucinations?
A) Encouraging the client to confront their delusions or hallucinations
B) Providing the client with a quiet and structured environment
C) Encouraging the client to engage in social activities
D) Allowing the client to make decisions about their treatment plan
7. Which of the following is a potential side effect of antidepressant
medication commonly used to treat older adults with mental health
disorders?
A) Insomnia
B) Weight gain
C) Increased libido
D) Decreased appetite
8. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for an
older adult with a mental health disorder who is experiencing anxiety or
agitation?
A) Encouraging the client to engage in physical activity
B) Providing the client with a stimulating environment
C) Encouraging the client to avoid social situations
D) Allowing the client to engage in self-harm behaviors
