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actions judged based on their inherent value regardless of their consequences is
based on which ethical decision-making approach? - ANSWER>>deontological
theory
brain plasticity, which refers to the brain's capacity to change in response to an
event, __________ - ANSWER>>involves physical changes in the brain
Sx of anxiety and panic are associated with a low level of which neurotransmitter?
- ANSWER>>GABA
Current procedural terminology (CPT) is a code set by the American Medical
Association. What's its function?
-to describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services
-to communicate uniform information about medical services
-describe services for billing - ANSWER>>all of the above
the brain structure that is believed to have a gating/filtering function and is the
area of the brain through which all sensory information passes en route to various
cortical areas is what? - ANSWER>>reticular activating system
the range of personal, social, economic, and environmental factors that influence
health status are known as which of the following? - ANSWER>>Determinants of
health
the role of neurotransmitters in the central nervous system is to function as
_______ - ANSWER>>a communication medium
, the portion of the brain is implicated in addiction medicine. The rewards pathway
lights up in this area of the brain when substances are abused. It is believed that
long-term damage from methamphetamine abuse can cause chronic feelings of
loss of interest, flat affect, and social isolation. - ANSWER>>nucleus accumbens
what is the most effective strategy for a PMHNP to act as a change agent in
mental health policy? - ANSWER>>serve on a legislative committee
what is the principle excitatory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system? -
ANSWER>>Glutamate
what is the purpose of the American Nurses Association's Scope and Standards of
Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nursing Practice? - ANSWER>>define the role
and action for the NP
Which of the following definitions of statutory law is correct? -
ANSWER>>Statutory law outlines the rules and regulations for each state and may
provide restrictions in practice unique to a specific state.
Which of the following best describes population health? - ANSWER>>Linking
outcomes to patterns of health determinants
Which of these brain structures puts emotional meaning on a stimulus, forms
emotional memories, and is involved with rage and fear? - ANSWER>>Amygdala
Which structure in the brain is responsible for temperature regulation, thirst,
appetite, endocrine control, and sleep and wakefulness? -
ANSWER>>Hypothalamus
True or False: Each state has its own Board of Registration for Nursing, but the
federal agency NONPF regulates the practice of PMHNPs - ANSWER>>False