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Nurs 123 Final Exam Questions With
Correct Answers
Which statement made by the primary caregiver of a person with dementia demonstrates an
accurate understanding of providing the person with a safe environment? - answer✔✔"We've
installed locks on all the outside doors"
Which statement made by a family member tends to support a diagnosis of delirium rather than
dementia? - answer✔✔"She was fine last night but this morning she was confused"
In terms of the pathophysiology responsible for both delirium and dementia, which intervention
would be appropriate for delirium specifically? - answer✔✔Monitoring neurological status on an
ongoing basis
What side effects should the nurse monitor for while caring for a patient taking donepezil
(Aricept)? Select all that apply - answer✔✔Insomnia
Bradycardia
Signs of dizziness
Reports of headache
What is the rationale for providing a patient diagnosed with dementia easily accessible finger
foods throughout the day? - answer✔✔It increases input throughout the day
Ophelia, a 69-year-old retired nurse, attends a reunion of her former coworkers. Ophelia is
concerned because she usually knows everyone, and she cannot recognize faces today. A
registered nurse colleague recognizes Ophelia's distress and "introduces" Ophelia to those
attending. The nurse practitioner recognizes that Ophelia seems to have a deficit in: -
answer✔✔Social Cognition ability
After talking with her 85 year old mother, Nancy became concerned enough to drive her to home
and check on her. Her mother's appearance was disheveled, her words were nonsensical, she
smelled strongly of urine and there was a stain on her dressing gown. Because she is a nurse,
Nancy recognizes that her mother's condition is likely due to: - answer✔✔Urinary tract infection
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Lucia, 70 years old, recently underwent a major orthopedic surgical procedure. On postop day 3,
she responds to the nurse who has been caring for her with affection. At other time, however, she
tells the nurse to leave because she does not recognize her and asks to have another nurse care
for her, specifically naming the nurse as the "nice one." The most likely reason for Lucia's
behavior is that she is - answer✔✔Experiencing acute delirium
Since his wife's death 2 months earlier, Aaron, 90 years of age and in good health, has begun to
pay less attention to his hygiene and seems less alert to his surroundings. He complains of
difficulty concentrating, disrupted sleep, and lacks energy. His family has to remind and
encourage him to shower, take his meds, and eat, all of which he then does. Which of the
following responses would be most appropriate. - answer✔✔Arrange for an appt with a mental
health professional for the evaluation and treatment of suspected major depressive disorder.
Nurses caring for patients who have neurocognitive disorders are exposed to stress on many
levels. Specialized skills training and continuing education are helpful to diffuse stress, as well as
which of the following? Select all that apply - answer✔✔-Expressing emotions by journaling
-Engaging in exercise and relaxation activities
-Having realistic patient expectations
Which statement made by the pysch nurse demonstrates an accurate understanding of the factors
that affect an individual's personality? - answer✔✔"I'll need to learn more about the patient's
cultural beliefs"
When assessing a patient diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, which statement by the
patient warrants immediate action? - answer✔✔"i'd really like to hurt her for hurting me"
What is the current accepted professional view of the effect of culture on the development of a
personality disorder? - answer✔✔There are not enough studies to confirm the role that ethnicity
and race have on the prevalence of personality disorder.
Which personality disorders are generally associated with behaviors described as "odd or
eccentric"? Select all that apply - answer✔✔Paranoid
Schizoid
Which behaviors are examples of a primitive defense mechanism often relied upon by those
diagnosed with a personality disorder? Select all that apply - answer✔✔-Regularly attempts to
split the staff
-Attempts to undo feelings of anger by offering to do favors
-Regresses to rocking and humming to sooth self when fearful
Nurs 123 Final Exam Questions With
Correct Answers
Which statement made by the primary caregiver of a person with dementia demonstrates an
accurate understanding of providing the person with a safe environment? - answer✔✔"We've
installed locks on all the outside doors"
Which statement made by a family member tends to support a diagnosis of delirium rather than
dementia? - answer✔✔"She was fine last night but this morning she was confused"
In terms of the pathophysiology responsible for both delirium and dementia, which intervention
would be appropriate for delirium specifically? - answer✔✔Monitoring neurological status on an
ongoing basis
What side effects should the nurse monitor for while caring for a patient taking donepezil
(Aricept)? Select all that apply - answer✔✔Insomnia
Bradycardia
Signs of dizziness
Reports of headache
What is the rationale for providing a patient diagnosed with dementia easily accessible finger
foods throughout the day? - answer✔✔It increases input throughout the day
Ophelia, a 69-year-old retired nurse, attends a reunion of her former coworkers. Ophelia is
concerned because she usually knows everyone, and she cannot recognize faces today. A
registered nurse colleague recognizes Ophelia's distress and "introduces" Ophelia to those
attending. The nurse practitioner recognizes that Ophelia seems to have a deficit in: -
answer✔✔Social Cognition ability
After talking with her 85 year old mother, Nancy became concerned enough to drive her to home
and check on her. Her mother's appearance was disheveled, her words were nonsensical, she
smelled strongly of urine and there was a stain on her dressing gown. Because she is a nurse,
Nancy recognizes that her mother's condition is likely due to: - answer✔✔Urinary tract infection
, ©THEBRIGHT EXAM STUDY SOLUTIONS 8/21/2024 1:28 PM
Lucia, 70 years old, recently underwent a major orthopedic surgical procedure. On postop day 3,
she responds to the nurse who has been caring for her with affection. At other time, however, she
tells the nurse to leave because she does not recognize her and asks to have another nurse care
for her, specifically naming the nurse as the "nice one." The most likely reason for Lucia's
behavior is that she is - answer✔✔Experiencing acute delirium
Since his wife's death 2 months earlier, Aaron, 90 years of age and in good health, has begun to
pay less attention to his hygiene and seems less alert to his surroundings. He complains of
difficulty concentrating, disrupted sleep, and lacks energy. His family has to remind and
encourage him to shower, take his meds, and eat, all of which he then does. Which of the
following responses would be most appropriate. - answer✔✔Arrange for an appt with a mental
health professional for the evaluation and treatment of suspected major depressive disorder.
Nurses caring for patients who have neurocognitive disorders are exposed to stress on many
levels. Specialized skills training and continuing education are helpful to diffuse stress, as well as
which of the following? Select all that apply - answer✔✔-Expressing emotions by journaling
-Engaging in exercise and relaxation activities
-Having realistic patient expectations
Which statement made by the pysch nurse demonstrates an accurate understanding of the factors
that affect an individual's personality? - answer✔✔"I'll need to learn more about the patient's
cultural beliefs"
When assessing a patient diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, which statement by the
patient warrants immediate action? - answer✔✔"i'd really like to hurt her for hurting me"
What is the current accepted professional view of the effect of culture on the development of a
personality disorder? - answer✔✔There are not enough studies to confirm the role that ethnicity
and race have on the prevalence of personality disorder.
Which personality disorders are generally associated with behaviors described as "odd or
eccentric"? Select all that apply - answer✔✔Paranoid
Schizoid
Which behaviors are examples of a primitive defense mechanism often relied upon by those
diagnosed with a personality disorder? Select all that apply - answer✔✔-Regularly attempts to
split the staff
-Attempts to undo feelings of anger by offering to do favors
-Regresses to rocking and humming to sooth self when fearful
