N322 Mental Health Nursing Final Exam Practice Questions & Answers(RATED A)

An ED nurse assesses a woman suspected of being abused by an intimate partner. Which assessment finding most clearly confirms the suspicion? A. Leathery facial tone B. Injuries in a bikini pattern C. Reluctance to be examined D. Lack of eye contact with the nurse - ANSWERSB. Injuries in a bikini pattern An ED nurse assesses a child with a fractured ulna. The nurse also observes yellow and purple bruises across the child's back and shoulders. Which comment by the parents should prompt the nurse to consider making a report to Child Protective Services? A. "We do not believe in the immunization of our children." B. "This child is always creating problems for the family." C. "Our child would rather play alone than with other children." D. "We homeschool our children in order to include religious education." - ANSWERSB. "This child is always creating problems for the family." A woman in a relationship characterized by a long history of battering and abuse tells the nurse, "We've had a rough time lately. I admit it: He beat me last night but then said he was sorry. Which event would the nurse expect to occur next in this relationship? A. Another beating by the abusive partner B. Love, gifts, and praise from the abusive partner C. A brief period during which the partners ignore each other D. The abusive partner leaves the relationship for a short time - ANSWERSB. Love, gifts, and praise from the abusive partner The nurse assessed an elderly person who was abused by the caregiver. Afterward, which internal dialogue should prompt the nurse to seek guidance? A. "Sometimes I get so discouraged and frustrated with my job." B. "It's incredible that anyone could hurt a child or elderly person." C. "The abuser was probably a victim of abuse at some point in life." D. "I hope the abuser gets victimized so they know what it feels like." - ANSWERSD. "I hope the abuser gets victimized so they know what it feels like." Note: Although as is noted on page 240 of the text, not all victims of IPV experience a