Fortis College MENTAL HEALTH NUR 208 mental health Exam
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Chapter 1
1.A staff nurse completes orientation to a psychiatric unit. This nurse may expect an advanced
practice nurse to perform which additional intervention?
a.Conduct mental health assessments.
b.Prescribe psychotropic medication.
c.Establish therapeutic relationships.
d.Individualize nursing care plans.
2.When a nursing student expresses concerns about how mental health nurses “lose all their
nursing skills,” the best response by the mental health nurse is:
a.“Psychiatric nurses practice in safer environments than other specialties. Nurse-to-patient
ratios must be better because of the nature of the patients’ problems.”
b.“Psychiatric nurses use complex communication skills as well as critical thinking to solve
multidimensional problems. I am challenged by those situations.”
c.“That’s a misconception. Psychiatric nurses frequently use high technology monitoring equipment and manage complex intravenous therapies.”
d.“Psychiatric nurses do not have to deal with as much pain and suffering as medical-
surgical nurses do. That appeals to me.”
3.When a new bill introduced in Congress reduces funding for care of persons with mental illness, a group of nurses writes letters to their elected representatives in opposition
to the legislation. Which role have the nurses fulfilled?
a.Recovery
b.Attending
c.Advocacy
d.Evidence-based practice
4.Which comment best indicates that a patient perceived the nurse was caring? “My nurse:
a.always asks me which type of juice I want to help me swallow my medication.”
b.explained my treatment plan to me and asked for my ideas about how to make it better.”
c.spends time listening to me talk about my problems. That helps me feel like I am not alone.”
d.told me that if I take all the medicines the doctor prescribes, then I will get discharged sooner.”
5.Which assessment finding most clearly indicates that a patient may be experiencing a mental illness? The patient:
a.reports occasional sleeplessness and anxiety.
b.reports a consistently sad, discouraged, and hopeless mood.
c.is able to describe the difference between “as if” and “for real.”
d.perceives difficulty making a decision about whether to change jobs. 6.Which finding best indicates that the goal “Demonstrate mentally healthy behavior” was
achieved? A patient:
a.sees self as capable of achieving ideals and meeting demands.
b.behaves without considering the consequences of personal actions.
c.aggressively meets own needs without considering the rights of others.
d.seeks help from others when assuming responsibility for major areas of own life.
7.A nurse encounters an unfamiliar psychiatric disorder on a new patient’s admission form. Which resource should the nurse consult to determine criteria used to establish this diagnosis?
a.International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10)
b.Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
c.A behavioral health reference manual
d.Wikipedia
8.A nurse wants to find a description of diagnostic criteria for anxiety disorders. Which resource
would have the most complete information?
a.Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC)
b.Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
c.The ANA’s Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice
d.International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10)
9.Which individual is demonstrating the highest level of resilience? One who:
a.is able to repress stressors.
b.becomes depressed after the death of a spouse.
c.lives in a shelter for two years after the home is destroyed by fire.
d.takes a temporary job to maintain financial stability after loss of a permanent job.
10.Complete this analogy. NANDA: clinical judgment: NIC: a.patient outcomes
b.nursing actions
c.diagnosis
d.symptoms 11.A college student said, “Most of the time I’m happy and feel good about myself. I have learned that what I get out of something is proportional to the effort I put into it.” Which number on this mental health continuum should the nurse select?
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a.1
b.2
c.3
d.4
e.5
12.Which disorder is a culture-bound syndrome?
a.Epilepsy
b.Schizophrenia
c.Running amok
d.Major depression
13.The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) classifies:
a.deviant behaviors.
b.present disability or distress.
c.people with mental disorders.
d.mental disorders people have.
14.A citizen at a community health fair asks the nurse, “What is the most prevalent mental
disorder in the United States?” Select the nurse’s best response.
a.Schizophrenia
b.Bipolar disorder
c.Dissociative fugue
d.Alzheimer’s disease
15.In the majority culture of the United States, which individual has the greatest risk to be
labeled mentally ill? One who:
a.describes hearing God’s voice speaking.
b.is usually pessimistic but strives to meet personal goals.
c.is wealthy and gives away $20 bills to needy individuals. d.always has an optimistic viewpoint about life and having own needs met.
16.A patient’s relationships are intense and unstable. The patient initially idealizes the significant
other and then devalues him or her, resulting in frequent feelings of emptiness. This patient will benefit from interventions to develop which aspect of mental health?
a.Effectiveness in work
b.Communication skills
c.Productive activities
d.Fulfilling relationships
17.Which belief will best support a nurse’s efforts to provide patient advocacy during a multidisciplinary patient care planning session?
a.All mental illnesses are culturally determined.
b.Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder are cross-cultural disorders.
c.Symptoms of mental disorders are unchanged from culture to culture.
d.Assessment findings in mental disorders reflect a person’s cultural patterns.
18.A nurse is part of a multidisciplinary team working with groups of depressed patients. Half
the patients receive supportive interventions and antidepressant medication. The other half receives only medication. The team measures outcomes for each group. Which type of study is evident?
a.Incidence
b.Prevalence
c.Co-morbidity
d.Clinical epidemiology
19.The spouse of a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia says, “I don’t understand how events from childhood have anything to do with this disabling illness.” Which response by the
nurse will best help the spouse understand the cause of this disorder?
a.“Psychological stress is the basis of most mental disorders.”
b.“This illness results from developmental factors rather than stress.”
c.“Research shows that this condition more likely has a biological basis.”
d.“It must be frustrating for you that your spouse is sick so much of the time.”
20.A category 5 tornado occurred in a community of 400 people resulting in destruction of many
homes and businesses. In the 2 years after this disaster, 140 individuals were diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which term best applies to these newly diagnosed cases?
a.Prevalence
b.Co-morbidity
c.Incidence
d.Parity
Verified Complete Test
Chapter 1
1.A staff nurse completes orientation to a psychiatric unit. This nurse may expect an advanced
practice nurse to perform which additional intervention?
a.Conduct mental health assessments.
b.Prescribe psychotropic medication.
c.Establish therapeutic relationships.
d.Individualize nursing care plans.
2.When a nursing student expresses concerns about how mental health nurses “lose all their
nursing skills,” the best response by the mental health nurse is:
a.“Psychiatric nurses practice in safer environments than other specialties. Nurse-to-patient
ratios must be better because of the nature of the patients’ problems.”
b.“Psychiatric nurses use complex communication skills as well as critical thinking to solve
multidimensional problems. I am challenged by those situations.”
c.“That’s a misconception. Psychiatric nurses frequently use high technology monitoring equipment and manage complex intravenous therapies.”
d.“Psychiatric nurses do not have to deal with as much pain and suffering as medical-
surgical nurses do. That appeals to me.”
3.When a new bill introduced in Congress reduces funding for care of persons with mental illness, a group of nurses writes letters to their elected representatives in opposition
to the legislation. Which role have the nurses fulfilled?
a.Recovery
b.Attending
c.Advocacy
d.Evidence-based practice
4.Which comment best indicates that a patient perceived the nurse was caring? “My nurse:
a.always asks me which type of juice I want to help me swallow my medication.”
b.explained my treatment plan to me and asked for my ideas about how to make it better.”
c.spends time listening to me talk about my problems. That helps me feel like I am not alone.”
d.told me that if I take all the medicines the doctor prescribes, then I will get discharged sooner.”
5.Which assessment finding most clearly indicates that a patient may be experiencing a mental illness? The patient:
a.reports occasional sleeplessness and anxiety.
b.reports a consistently sad, discouraged, and hopeless mood.
c.is able to describe the difference between “as if” and “for real.”
d.perceives difficulty making a decision about whether to change jobs. 6.Which finding best indicates that the goal “Demonstrate mentally healthy behavior” was
achieved? A patient:
a.sees self as capable of achieving ideals and meeting demands.
b.behaves without considering the consequences of personal actions.
c.aggressively meets own needs without considering the rights of others.
d.seeks help from others when assuming responsibility for major areas of own life.
7.A nurse encounters an unfamiliar psychiatric disorder on a new patient’s admission form. Which resource should the nurse consult to determine criteria used to establish this diagnosis?
a.International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10)
b.Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
c.A behavioral health reference manual
d.Wikipedia
8.A nurse wants to find a description of diagnostic criteria for anxiety disorders. Which resource
would have the most complete information?
a.Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC)
b.Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
c.The ANA’s Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice
d.International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10)
9.Which individual is demonstrating the highest level of resilience? One who:
a.is able to repress stressors.
b.becomes depressed after the death of a spouse.
c.lives in a shelter for two years after the home is destroyed by fire.
d.takes a temporary job to maintain financial stability after loss of a permanent job.
10.Complete this analogy. NANDA: clinical judgment: NIC: a.patient outcomes
b.nursing actions
c.diagnosis
d.symptoms 11.A college student said, “Most of the time I’m happy and feel good about myself. I have learned that what I get out of something is proportional to the effort I put into it.” Which number on this mental health continuum should the nurse select?
Mental Illness Mental
Health
1 2 345
a.1
b.2
c.3
d.4
e.5
12.Which disorder is a culture-bound syndrome?
a.Epilepsy
b.Schizophrenia
c.Running amok
d.Major depression
13.The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) classifies:
a.deviant behaviors.
b.present disability or distress.
c.people with mental disorders.
d.mental disorders people have.
14.A citizen at a community health fair asks the nurse, “What is the most prevalent mental
disorder in the United States?” Select the nurse’s best response.
a.Schizophrenia
b.Bipolar disorder
c.Dissociative fugue
d.Alzheimer’s disease
15.In the majority culture of the United States, which individual has the greatest risk to be
labeled mentally ill? One who:
a.describes hearing God’s voice speaking.
b.is usually pessimistic but strives to meet personal goals.
c.is wealthy and gives away $20 bills to needy individuals. d.always has an optimistic viewpoint about life and having own needs met.
16.A patient’s relationships are intense and unstable. The patient initially idealizes the significant
other and then devalues him or her, resulting in frequent feelings of emptiness. This patient will benefit from interventions to develop which aspect of mental health?
a.Effectiveness in work
b.Communication skills
c.Productive activities
d.Fulfilling relationships
17.Which belief will best support a nurse’s efforts to provide patient advocacy during a multidisciplinary patient care planning session?
a.All mental illnesses are culturally determined.
b.Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder are cross-cultural disorders.
c.Symptoms of mental disorders are unchanged from culture to culture.
d.Assessment findings in mental disorders reflect a person’s cultural patterns.
18.A nurse is part of a multidisciplinary team working with groups of depressed patients. Half
the patients receive supportive interventions and antidepressant medication. The other half receives only medication. The team measures outcomes for each group. Which type of study is evident?
a.Incidence
b.Prevalence
c.Co-morbidity
d.Clinical epidemiology
19.The spouse of a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia says, “I don’t understand how events from childhood have anything to do with this disabling illness.” Which response by the
nurse will best help the spouse understand the cause of this disorder?
a.“Psychological stress is the basis of most mental disorders.”
b.“This illness results from developmental factors rather than stress.”
c.“Research shows that this condition more likely has a biological basis.”
d.“It must be frustrating for you that your spouse is sick so much of the time.”
20.A category 5 tornado occurred in a community of 400 people resulting in destruction of many
homes and businesses. In the 2 years after this disaster, 140 individuals were diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which term best applies to these newly diagnosed cases?
a.Prevalence
b.Co-morbidity
c.Incidence
d.Parity
