NURS
6660 FINAL
2
VERSIONS
2023/2024
ExamQuestion 1
In which demographic is depression twice as prevalent in girls as compared to boys?
A. Preschoolers
B. School aged
C. Adolescents
D. All
C
Question 2
Andrew is a 14-year-old male who is being managed for bipolar I disorder. He was started on lithium 6
weeks ago and has achieved a serum level of 1.1 mEq/L according to his most recent blood work.
Andrew says he doesn’t feel any different, but both his parents and teachers report improvement in his
mood. He has been more stable, is getting along better with friends and siblings, and is even more
interested in his schoolwork. The PMHNP plans to maintain Andrew on this medication and knows that
,he will need which of the following ongoing laboratory assessments?
A. Complete blood count, thyroid function tests, and serum calcium
B. Liver function tests, complete blood count, and 12-lead electrocardiogram
C. White blood cell differential, fasting glucose, and fasting lipid profile
D. Comprehensive metabolic panel, complete blood count, and thyroid function tests
D
,Question 3
Confidentiality is a complex topic in the world of child and adolescent psychiatry. The last 40 to 50 years
have been characterized by increased attention to this issue and the publication of various ethical codes
and practice position statements by professional organizations. Which of the following is not a true
statement with respect to confidentiality of the child or adolescent client?
A. The PMHNP should not be concerned with consent for disclosure when child abuse or maltreatment
has occurred.
B. In 1979, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) stated that children 12 years of age or older can
give consent for disclosure.
C. The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) Code of Ethics states that consent
is not required for disclosure.
D. Regardless of code or position statement by any organization, the best approach is when the child and
PMHNP agree on disclosure.
D
Question 4
Debi is a 15-year-old girl who is currently being treated for depression. Her parents have been very
proactive and involved in her care, and Debi has achieved remission 2 months after beginning treatment
with a combination of pharmacotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. While counseling Debi’s
parents about important issues in management, the PMHNP advises that:
A. There is a > 50% likelihood that Debi’s younger sibling will develop depressive symptoms
B. The mean length of major depressive episode in adolescents is 4 months
, C. 20 to 40% of adolescents who have major depressive disorder will develop bipolar I within 5 years
D. Adolescent-onset depression typically needs long-term pharmacologic management to prevent
relapse
C
Question 5
The therapeutic outcomes for children with disorders of written expression are most favorable when
they are characterized by: Concomitant pharmacotherapy with a psychostimulant to promote attention
and focus Multimodal therapy to include group interaction with peer-to-peer feedback on writing
samples A variety of tutors who will offer a variety of writing techniques, composition strategies, and
critiques Intensive, continuous administration of individually tailored, one-on-one expressive and
creative writing therapy
Intensive, continuous administration of individually tailored, one-on-one expressive and creative
writing therapy
D
Question 6
When considering a diagnosis of developmental coordination disorder, the PMHNP knows that the
diagnosis may be associated with:
A. Above-average scores on performance subtests of standardized intelligence testing
B. Below-average scores on verbal subtests of standardized intelligence testing
C. Sof t neurologic signs on physical examination such as slight reflex abnormalities
D. Physical findings consistent with neuromuscular disease such as muscular dystrophy
6660 FINAL
2
VERSIONS
2023/2024
ExamQuestion 1
In which demographic is depression twice as prevalent in girls as compared to boys?
A. Preschoolers
B. School aged
C. Adolescents
D. All
C
Question 2
Andrew is a 14-year-old male who is being managed for bipolar I disorder. He was started on lithium 6
weeks ago and has achieved a serum level of 1.1 mEq/L according to his most recent blood work.
Andrew says he doesn’t feel any different, but both his parents and teachers report improvement in his
mood. He has been more stable, is getting along better with friends and siblings, and is even more
interested in his schoolwork. The PMHNP plans to maintain Andrew on this medication and knows that
,he will need which of the following ongoing laboratory assessments?
A. Complete blood count, thyroid function tests, and serum calcium
B. Liver function tests, complete blood count, and 12-lead electrocardiogram
C. White blood cell differential, fasting glucose, and fasting lipid profile
D. Comprehensive metabolic panel, complete blood count, and thyroid function tests
D
,Question 3
Confidentiality is a complex topic in the world of child and adolescent psychiatry. The last 40 to 50 years
have been characterized by increased attention to this issue and the publication of various ethical codes
and practice position statements by professional organizations. Which of the following is not a true
statement with respect to confidentiality of the child or adolescent client?
A. The PMHNP should not be concerned with consent for disclosure when child abuse or maltreatment
has occurred.
B. In 1979, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) stated that children 12 years of age or older can
give consent for disclosure.
C. The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) Code of Ethics states that consent
is not required for disclosure.
D. Regardless of code or position statement by any organization, the best approach is when the child and
PMHNP agree on disclosure.
D
Question 4
Debi is a 15-year-old girl who is currently being treated for depression. Her parents have been very
proactive and involved in her care, and Debi has achieved remission 2 months after beginning treatment
with a combination of pharmacotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. While counseling Debi’s
parents about important issues in management, the PMHNP advises that:
A. There is a > 50% likelihood that Debi’s younger sibling will develop depressive symptoms
B. The mean length of major depressive episode in adolescents is 4 months
, C. 20 to 40% of adolescents who have major depressive disorder will develop bipolar I within 5 years
D. Adolescent-onset depression typically needs long-term pharmacologic management to prevent
relapse
C
Question 5
The therapeutic outcomes for children with disorders of written expression are most favorable when
they are characterized by: Concomitant pharmacotherapy with a psychostimulant to promote attention
and focus Multimodal therapy to include group interaction with peer-to-peer feedback on writing
samples A variety of tutors who will offer a variety of writing techniques, composition strategies, and
critiques Intensive, continuous administration of individually tailored, one-on-one expressive and
creative writing therapy
Intensive, continuous administration of individually tailored, one-on-one expressive and creative
writing therapy
D
Question 6
When considering a diagnosis of developmental coordination disorder, the PMHNP knows that the
diagnosis may be associated with:
A. Above-average scores on performance subtests of standardized intelligence testing
B. Below-average scores on verbal subtests of standardized intelligence testing
C. Sof t neurologic signs on physical examination such as slight reflex abnormalities
D. Physical findings consistent with neuromuscular disease such as muscular dystrophy
