NUR3525
MENTAL
HEALTH
EXAM Q & A
2024
1. Which factor is considered a protective factor
for mental health?
a) Substance abuse
b) Social isolation
c) Supportive relationships
d) Lack of physical exercise
Answer: c) Supportive relationships
Rationale: Supportive relationships provide
emotional support, reduce stress, and enhance
resilience, all of which contribute to mental
health.
, 2. Which condition is categorized as an anxiety
disorder?
a) Major depressive disorder
b) Bipolar disorder
c) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
d) Schizophrenia
Answer: c) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Rationale: Obsessive-compulsive disorder is
characterized by recurrent obsessions and
compulsions causing significant distress and
impairment.
3. A patient experiencing avolition is most likely
diagnosed with:
a) Post-traumatic stress disorder
b) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
c) Substance use disorder
d) Schizophrenia
Answer: d) Schizophrenia
Rationale: Avolition refers to a decrease or absence
of motivation to perform purposeful activities and
is commonly observed in individuals with
schizophrenia.
MENTAL
HEALTH
EXAM Q & A
2024
1. Which factor is considered a protective factor
for mental health?
a) Substance abuse
b) Social isolation
c) Supportive relationships
d) Lack of physical exercise
Answer: c) Supportive relationships
Rationale: Supportive relationships provide
emotional support, reduce stress, and enhance
resilience, all of which contribute to mental
health.
, 2. Which condition is categorized as an anxiety
disorder?
a) Major depressive disorder
b) Bipolar disorder
c) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
d) Schizophrenia
Answer: c) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Rationale: Obsessive-compulsive disorder is
characterized by recurrent obsessions and
compulsions causing significant distress and
impairment.
3. A patient experiencing avolition is most likely
diagnosed with:
a) Post-traumatic stress disorder
b) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
c) Substance use disorder
d) Schizophrenia
Answer: d) Schizophrenia
Rationale: Avolition refers to a decrease or absence
of motivation to perform purposeful activities and
is commonly observed in individuals with
schizophrenia.
