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HEALTH EXAM 2025 WITH ACTUAL CORRECT
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The NP sees a 12-year-old male who was referred to her because of disruptive behavior and physical
aggression against his peers. He is generally hostile in temperament and easily irritated. The child is also
failing academically. This child most likely suffers from which of the following disorders?
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
oppositional defiant disorder
posttraumatic stress disorder
autistic disorder
Correct answer:
oppositional defiant disorder
This child would most likely be diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). Children with
ODD are disruptive, argumentative, hostile and irritable. They have social problems with peers and
adults and impaired academic functioning.
Under what category would employee vacation pay, sick leave, and education be listed?
Non productive time
Productive cost
Long term plan
Productive time
Correct answer:
Non productive time
Non productive time must be considered. This includes benefits and pay that employees receive that
are not provided for work that has been accomplished. Vacation and sick time are included in the Non
productive budget.
,The neuroendocrine system contains all of the following EXCEPT:
hippocampus
hypothalamus
gonads
pancreas
Correct answer:
hippocampus
The hippocampus is not a part of the neuroendocrine system. It is a part of the brain located in the
medial temporal lobe. It is an important site for the formation and storage of immediate and recent
memories. The neuroendocrine system contains the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, thyroid gland,
adrenal glands, gonads, and pancreas.
In which stage of the standards of practice for psychiatric nursing would the nurse document
measurable goals?
assessment
implementation
planning
outcomes identification
Correct Answer:
outcomes identification
Outcomes identification includes documenting expected outcomes as measurable goals. It also
includes identifying attainable and culturally expected outcomes and including time estimate for
expected outcomes.
The type of hospital admission to a psychiatric inpatient setting that does not require a written
application is which of the following?
voluntary admission
involuntary admission
temporary admission
informal admission
Correct Answer:
informal admission
Informal admission is one type of voluntary admission that is similar to any general hospital admission
in which there is no formal or written application. An informal admission is sought by the patient. The
normal doctor-patient relationship exists, and the patient is free to stay or leave, even against medical
advice.
Which of the following is NOT a drug associated with date rape?
Risperidone
GHB
,Rohypnol
Ketamine
Correct answer:
Risperidone
Risperidone is not a drug associated with date rape. It is an antipsychotic. Date rape drugs may render
a woman incapable of resisting a rape and are purported to facilitate acquaintance rape. Once the
drugs are ingested, victims lose their ability to ward off attackers, develop amnesia and become
unreliable witnesses.
What is the term used for the study of ethical problems resulting from scientific advances?
Medical ethics
Ethical acculturation
Bioethics
Deontology
Correct Answer:
Bioethics
Nursing ethics is part of a broader system known as bioethics. New questions surface as science and
technology produce new ways of knowing. Bioethics is the term used for the study of ethical problems
resulting from scientific advances.
The responsibilities of the nurse leader in using change management include all but which of the
following?
using change theory
serving as a change agent
supporting staff during times of difficult transitions
having a rigid leadership style
Correct Answer:
having a rigid leadership style
Having a rigid leadership style is not part of good change management. Adapting leadership style to
situational needs is more effective. The responsibilities of the nurse leader in using change
management include all of the first three choices. They also include: recognizing one's own reaction to
change and striving to remain open to new ideas and approaches.
The NP asks a patient with schizophrenia what the saying, "people in glass houses shouldn't throw
stones" means to him. The patient replies that "the glass might break." This is an example of the
patients inability to process which of the following?
concrete thinking
abstract thinking
delusion
echolalia
, Correct Answer:
abstract thinking
This patient is not able to process abstraction. Concreteness is often assessed through the patient's
interpretation of proverbs. Concreteness reduces one's ability to understand and address abstract
concepts such as love or the passage of time.
If you teach a client how to navigate through the complexities of the health care delivery system to
receive prompt treatment this is a form of:
primary prevention
secondary prevention
tertiary prevention
enabling
Correct Answer:
secondary prevention
You should develop teaching programs that coincide with the level of prevention needed by the client.
Because primary prevention is not possible in all cases, a significant share of your time is spent
teaching at the secondary or tertiary level.
What is the best course of action to be taken if a peer arrives at work hung over, therefore it is
necessary to act quickly to prevent patient injury?
Respect their privacy.
Report the individual.
Ignore the incident.
Discuss the incident with coworkers.
Correct answer: Report the individual
Employees and peers have the right to expect personal privacy. This right however, does not protect
unethical conduct. The individual placed others in danger and should be reported.
What step of the nursing process, is the diagnoses, outcome and care revised if needed?
Evaluation.
Diagnosis.
Planning.
Implementation.
Correct Answer: Evaluation
The nursing process is a problem solving approach. There are 6 steps in the nursing process. They
include: diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, evaluation, and reassessment.
During evaluation, the diagnoses, outcome and care revised if needed.
Which of the following drugs is NOT one of the "Z-hypnotics" that have sedative effects without the
antianxiety, anticonvulsant, or muscle relaxant effects of benzodiazepines?
HEALTH EXAM 2025 WITH ACTUAL CORRECT
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED DETAILED ANSWERS
|FREQUENTLY TESTED QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS |ALREADY GRADED A+|BRAND
NEW!!|LATEST UPDATE |GUARANTEED PASS
The NP sees a 12-year-old male who was referred to her because of disruptive behavior and physical
aggression against his peers. He is generally hostile in temperament and easily irritated. The child is also
failing academically. This child most likely suffers from which of the following disorders?
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
oppositional defiant disorder
posttraumatic stress disorder
autistic disorder
Correct answer:
oppositional defiant disorder
This child would most likely be diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). Children with
ODD are disruptive, argumentative, hostile and irritable. They have social problems with peers and
adults and impaired academic functioning.
Under what category would employee vacation pay, sick leave, and education be listed?
Non productive time
Productive cost
Long term plan
Productive time
Correct answer:
Non productive time
Non productive time must be considered. This includes benefits and pay that employees receive that
are not provided for work that has been accomplished. Vacation and sick time are included in the Non
productive budget.
,The neuroendocrine system contains all of the following EXCEPT:
hippocampus
hypothalamus
gonads
pancreas
Correct answer:
hippocampus
The hippocampus is not a part of the neuroendocrine system. It is a part of the brain located in the
medial temporal lobe. It is an important site for the formation and storage of immediate and recent
memories. The neuroendocrine system contains the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, thyroid gland,
adrenal glands, gonads, and pancreas.
In which stage of the standards of practice for psychiatric nursing would the nurse document
measurable goals?
assessment
implementation
planning
outcomes identification
Correct Answer:
outcomes identification
Outcomes identification includes documenting expected outcomes as measurable goals. It also
includes identifying attainable and culturally expected outcomes and including time estimate for
expected outcomes.
The type of hospital admission to a psychiatric inpatient setting that does not require a written
application is which of the following?
voluntary admission
involuntary admission
temporary admission
informal admission
Correct Answer:
informal admission
Informal admission is one type of voluntary admission that is similar to any general hospital admission
in which there is no formal or written application. An informal admission is sought by the patient. The
normal doctor-patient relationship exists, and the patient is free to stay or leave, even against medical
advice.
Which of the following is NOT a drug associated with date rape?
Risperidone
GHB
,Rohypnol
Ketamine
Correct answer:
Risperidone
Risperidone is not a drug associated with date rape. It is an antipsychotic. Date rape drugs may render
a woman incapable of resisting a rape and are purported to facilitate acquaintance rape. Once the
drugs are ingested, victims lose their ability to ward off attackers, develop amnesia and become
unreliable witnesses.
What is the term used for the study of ethical problems resulting from scientific advances?
Medical ethics
Ethical acculturation
Bioethics
Deontology
Correct Answer:
Bioethics
Nursing ethics is part of a broader system known as bioethics. New questions surface as science and
technology produce new ways of knowing. Bioethics is the term used for the study of ethical problems
resulting from scientific advances.
The responsibilities of the nurse leader in using change management include all but which of the
following?
using change theory
serving as a change agent
supporting staff during times of difficult transitions
having a rigid leadership style
Correct Answer:
having a rigid leadership style
Having a rigid leadership style is not part of good change management. Adapting leadership style to
situational needs is more effective. The responsibilities of the nurse leader in using change
management include all of the first three choices. They also include: recognizing one's own reaction to
change and striving to remain open to new ideas and approaches.
The NP asks a patient with schizophrenia what the saying, "people in glass houses shouldn't throw
stones" means to him. The patient replies that "the glass might break." This is an example of the
patients inability to process which of the following?
concrete thinking
abstract thinking
delusion
echolalia
, Correct Answer:
abstract thinking
This patient is not able to process abstraction. Concreteness is often assessed through the patient's
interpretation of proverbs. Concreteness reduces one's ability to understand and address abstract
concepts such as love or the passage of time.
If you teach a client how to navigate through the complexities of the health care delivery system to
receive prompt treatment this is a form of:
primary prevention
secondary prevention
tertiary prevention
enabling
Correct Answer:
secondary prevention
You should develop teaching programs that coincide with the level of prevention needed by the client.
Because primary prevention is not possible in all cases, a significant share of your time is spent
teaching at the secondary or tertiary level.
What is the best course of action to be taken if a peer arrives at work hung over, therefore it is
necessary to act quickly to prevent patient injury?
Respect their privacy.
Report the individual.
Ignore the incident.
Discuss the incident with coworkers.
Correct answer: Report the individual
Employees and peers have the right to expect personal privacy. This right however, does not protect
unethical conduct. The individual placed others in danger and should be reported.
What step of the nursing process, is the diagnoses, outcome and care revised if needed?
Evaluation.
Diagnosis.
Planning.
Implementation.
Correct Answer: Evaluation
The nursing process is a problem solving approach. There are 6 steps in the nursing process. They
include: diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, evaluation, and reassessment.
During evaluation, the diagnoses, outcome and care revised if needed.
Which of the following drugs is NOT one of the "Z-hypnotics" that have sedative effects without the
antianxiety, anticonvulsant, or muscle relaxant effects of benzodiazepines?
