Subject: Psychiatric nursing Total MCQ: 30
Time: 45 Minutes
1. Which of the following is characterized by recurrent episodes of
elevated mood, increased energy, and impulsivity?
a) Major depressive disorder
b) Bipolar disorder
c) Generalized anxiety disorder
d) Schizophrenia
2. A client is experiencing symptoms of extreme sadness, loss of interest
in activities, and significant weight loss. These symptoms have persisted
for the past six months. The nurse suspects:
a) Major depressive disorder
b) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
c) Panic disorder
d) Borderline personality disorder
3. The nurse is assessing a client with bipolar disorder who is in the manic
phase. Which behavior would the nurse expect to observe?
a) Fatigue and lack of motivation
b) Excessive talking and grandiosity
c) Social withdrawal and isolation
d) Preoccupation with order and perfection
4. Which of the following medications is commonly used in the treatment
of bipolar disorder?
a) Fluoxetine
b) Sertraline
c) Lithium
d) Buspirone
, 5. A client with major depressive disorder has been prescribed selective
serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). The nurse should monitor the client
for which potential side effect?
a) Weight gain
b) Dry mouth
c) Hypertension
d) Sedation
6. Which of the following statements about dysthymic disorder is correct?
a) It is a less severe form of major depressive disorder.
b) It is characterized by alternating episodes of mania and depression.
c) It is characterized by chronic, mild depression lasting for at least two years.
d) It is a form of anxiety disorder.
7. A client with bipolar disorder is experiencing a depressive episode.
Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?
a) Encouraging socialization with peers
b) Assisting with problem-solving and decision-making
c) Monitoring for signs of escalating mania
d) Administering an anxiolytic medication
8. Which of the following is a key feature of cyclothymic disorder?
a) Hallucinations and delusions
b) Rapid cycling between mania and depression
c) Chronic, low-grade depression
d) Panic attacks and phobias
Time: 45 Minutes
1. Which of the following is characterized by recurrent episodes of
elevated mood, increased energy, and impulsivity?
a) Major depressive disorder
b) Bipolar disorder
c) Generalized anxiety disorder
d) Schizophrenia
2. A client is experiencing symptoms of extreme sadness, loss of interest
in activities, and significant weight loss. These symptoms have persisted
for the past six months. The nurse suspects:
a) Major depressive disorder
b) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
c) Panic disorder
d) Borderline personality disorder
3. The nurse is assessing a client with bipolar disorder who is in the manic
phase. Which behavior would the nurse expect to observe?
a) Fatigue and lack of motivation
b) Excessive talking and grandiosity
c) Social withdrawal and isolation
d) Preoccupation with order and perfection
4. Which of the following medications is commonly used in the treatment
of bipolar disorder?
a) Fluoxetine
b) Sertraline
c) Lithium
d) Buspirone
, 5. A client with major depressive disorder has been prescribed selective
serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). The nurse should monitor the client
for which potential side effect?
a) Weight gain
b) Dry mouth
c) Hypertension
d) Sedation
6. Which of the following statements about dysthymic disorder is correct?
a) It is a less severe form of major depressive disorder.
b) It is characterized by alternating episodes of mania and depression.
c) It is characterized by chronic, mild depression lasting for at least two years.
d) It is a form of anxiety disorder.
7. A client with bipolar disorder is experiencing a depressive episode.
Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?
a) Encouraging socialization with peers
b) Assisting with problem-solving and decision-making
c) Monitoring for signs of escalating mania
d) Administering an anxiolytic medication
8. Which of the following is a key feature of cyclothymic disorder?
a) Hallucinations and delusions
b) Rapid cycling between mania and depression
c) Chronic, low-grade depression
d) Panic attacks and phobias
