NR 605 FINAL EXAM /NR 605 DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT IN PSYCHIATRIC
MENTAL HEALTH ACROSS LIFESPAN PRACTICUM
NR 605 FINAL EXAM /NR 605 DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT IN
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH ACROSS LIFESPAN PRACTICUM
NEWEST 2025 COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
A 4-year-old child enjoys choosing their own clothes and helping set the table.
When the caregiver supports these decisions, the child feels confident. Which
psychosocial stage is this child in?
A. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
B. Initiative vs. Guilt
C. Industry vs. Inferiority
Initiative vs. Guilt
Rationale: At ages 3–5, children begin taking initiative in decision-making and
actions that influence their environment. Supportive caregivers who allow
appropriate choices within safe boundaries foster initiative; overcontrol can lead
to guilt.
A 45-year-old expresses a desire to mentor youth and take on leadership roles in
their community. According to Erikson, what psychosocial stage is this individual
navigating?
A. Intimacy vs. Isolation
B. Identity vs. Role Confusion
C. Generativity vs. Stagnation
Generativity vs. Stagnation
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, NR 605 FINAL EXAM /NR 605 DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT IN PSYCHIATRIC
MENTAL HEALTH ACROSS LIFESPAN PRACTICUM
Rationale: Ages 40–65 are characterized by a drive to contribute meaningfully to
future generations. When individuals feel they are making a lasting impact, they
experience generativity. Otherwise, they may feel unproductive or disconnected.
A 17-year-old high school senior is exploring different extracurriculars and
considering multiple college majors. According to Erikson, which psychosocial
stage is most relevant?
A. Identity vs. Role Confusion
B. Industry vs. Inferiority
C. Intimacy vs. Isolation
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Rationale: Adolescents (12–18 years) focus on developing a stable sense of self by
experimenting with roles and values. Failure to navigate this stage can result in
confusion about identity and direction in life.
Which of the following best represents the foundation of a strong therapeutic
alliance?
A. Diagnostic accuracy
B. Frequent follow-ups
C. Trust, connection, and rapport
D. Clinical neutrality
Trust, connection, and rapport
Rationale: According to the therapeutic alliance model described, trust,
connection, and rapport form the foundation of successful therapy. These are
essential for building a safe, collaborative relationship between client and provider
(Baier et al., 2020).
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, NR 605 FINAL EXAM /NR 605 DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT IN PSYCHIATRIC
MENTAL HEALTH ACROSS LIFESPAN PRACTICUM
According to Peplau’s Theory of Interpersonal Relations, which phase of the
nurse-client relationship is characterized by collaboration and exploration of
solutions?
A. Orientation
B. Identification
C. Exploitation
D. Resolution
Exploitation
Rationale: During the exploitation phase, the client and provider collaborate to
explore, understand, and use all available resources to resolve the identified
problem. This is a key working stage in Peplau’s model (Petiprin, 2020).
A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner shares a personal story during a
session to help a client feel understood. What communication practice is this,
and what should the provider be mindful of?
A. Validation; it always enhances empathy
B. Self-disclosure; ensure it benefits the client and maintains boundaries
C. Reflecting; best used when the client is silent
D. Giving advice; may be needed in crisis moments
Self-disclosure; ensure it benefits the client and maintains boundaries
Rationale: Self-disclosure, when used sparingly and with client benefit in mind,
can enhance trust and empathy. However, overuse or inappropriate use risks
crossing boundaries and reversing roles (Zur, n.d.; Johnsen & Ding, 2021).
A client unconsciously reacts to their therapist with frustration, mirroring
feelings they had toward their emotionally unavailable father. What is this an
example of?
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, NR 605 FINAL EXAM /NR 605 DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT IN PSYCHIATRIC
MENTAL HEALTH ACROSS LIFESPAN PRACTICUM
A. Projection
B. Transference
C. Countertransference
D. Emotional regression
Transference
Rationale: Transference occurs when a client redirects feelings and expectations
from important figures in their life onto the therapist, often unconsciously (Little,
2020).
A psychotherapist notices she is feeling overly protective and anxious when
working with a young male client, similar to how she feels with her own son.
What process is likely occurring?
A. Transference
B. Role confusion
C. Countertransference
D. Boundary crossing
Countertransference
Rationale: Countertransference refers to the provider’s emotional reaction to the
client, often rooted in their own unresolved issues or relationships (APA, n.d.;
Prasko et al., 2022).
A client introduces their husband to their therapist at a mutual friend’s party.
The therapist greets the husband but does not initiate contact. What type of
boundary situation is this?
A. Boundary violation
B. Not a boundary violation
C. May or may not be a violation
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MENTAL HEALTH ACROSS LIFESPAN PRACTICUM
NR 605 FINAL EXAM /NR 605 DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT IN
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH ACROSS LIFESPAN PRACTICUM
NEWEST 2025 COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
A 4-year-old child enjoys choosing their own clothes and helping set the table.
When the caregiver supports these decisions, the child feels confident. Which
psychosocial stage is this child in?
A. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
B. Initiative vs. Guilt
C. Industry vs. Inferiority
Initiative vs. Guilt
Rationale: At ages 3–5, children begin taking initiative in decision-making and
actions that influence their environment. Supportive caregivers who allow
appropriate choices within safe boundaries foster initiative; overcontrol can lead
to guilt.
A 45-year-old expresses a desire to mentor youth and take on leadership roles in
their community. According to Erikson, what psychosocial stage is this individual
navigating?
A. Intimacy vs. Isolation
B. Identity vs. Role Confusion
C. Generativity vs. Stagnation
Generativity vs. Stagnation
1|Page
, NR 605 FINAL EXAM /NR 605 DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT IN PSYCHIATRIC
MENTAL HEALTH ACROSS LIFESPAN PRACTICUM
Rationale: Ages 40–65 are characterized by a drive to contribute meaningfully to
future generations. When individuals feel they are making a lasting impact, they
experience generativity. Otherwise, they may feel unproductive or disconnected.
A 17-year-old high school senior is exploring different extracurriculars and
considering multiple college majors. According to Erikson, which psychosocial
stage is most relevant?
A. Identity vs. Role Confusion
B. Industry vs. Inferiority
C. Intimacy vs. Isolation
Identity vs. Role Confusion
Rationale: Adolescents (12–18 years) focus on developing a stable sense of self by
experimenting with roles and values. Failure to navigate this stage can result in
confusion about identity and direction in life.
Which of the following best represents the foundation of a strong therapeutic
alliance?
A. Diagnostic accuracy
B. Frequent follow-ups
C. Trust, connection, and rapport
D. Clinical neutrality
Trust, connection, and rapport
Rationale: According to the therapeutic alliance model described, trust,
connection, and rapport form the foundation of successful therapy. These are
essential for building a safe, collaborative relationship between client and provider
(Baier et al., 2020).
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, NR 605 FINAL EXAM /NR 605 DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT IN PSYCHIATRIC
MENTAL HEALTH ACROSS LIFESPAN PRACTICUM
According to Peplau’s Theory of Interpersonal Relations, which phase of the
nurse-client relationship is characterized by collaboration and exploration of
solutions?
A. Orientation
B. Identification
C. Exploitation
D. Resolution
Exploitation
Rationale: During the exploitation phase, the client and provider collaborate to
explore, understand, and use all available resources to resolve the identified
problem. This is a key working stage in Peplau’s model (Petiprin, 2020).
A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner shares a personal story during a
session to help a client feel understood. What communication practice is this,
and what should the provider be mindful of?
A. Validation; it always enhances empathy
B. Self-disclosure; ensure it benefits the client and maintains boundaries
C. Reflecting; best used when the client is silent
D. Giving advice; may be needed in crisis moments
Self-disclosure; ensure it benefits the client and maintains boundaries
Rationale: Self-disclosure, when used sparingly and with client benefit in mind,
can enhance trust and empathy. However, overuse or inappropriate use risks
crossing boundaries and reversing roles (Zur, n.d.; Johnsen & Ding, 2021).
A client unconsciously reacts to their therapist with frustration, mirroring
feelings they had toward their emotionally unavailable father. What is this an
example of?
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, NR 605 FINAL EXAM /NR 605 DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT IN PSYCHIATRIC
MENTAL HEALTH ACROSS LIFESPAN PRACTICUM
A. Projection
B. Transference
C. Countertransference
D. Emotional regression
Transference
Rationale: Transference occurs when a client redirects feelings and expectations
from important figures in their life onto the therapist, often unconsciously (Little,
2020).
A psychotherapist notices she is feeling overly protective and anxious when
working with a young male client, similar to how she feels with her own son.
What process is likely occurring?
A. Transference
B. Role confusion
C. Countertransference
D. Boundary crossing
Countertransference
Rationale: Countertransference refers to the provider’s emotional reaction to the
client, often rooted in their own unresolved issues or relationships (APA, n.d.;
Prasko et al., 2022).
A client introduces their husband to their therapist at a mutual friend’s party.
The therapist greets the husband but does not initiate contact. What type of
boundary situation is this?
A. Boundary violation
B. Not a boundary violation
C. May or may not be a violation
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