NU 334 EXAM 1 QUESTIONS WITH 100%
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A patient on an inpatient unit angrily states to a nurse "Peter is not tidy or cleaning up after
himself in the bathroom. You need to address this problem." Which is the appropriate
response? - ANS I can see you're angry. Let's discuss ways to approach Peter with your
concerns.
A mother who has learned that her child was killed in a tragic car accident states, I can't bear to
go on with my life. Which nursing statement conveys empathy? - ANS It must be very
difficult to lose a child, I'll stay with you until your husband arrives
The nurse should utilize which group function to help an extremely withdrawn paranoid client
increase feelings of security? - ANS support
A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing occasional feelings of sadness because of the
recent death of a beloved pet. The client's appetite, sleep patterns, and daily routines have not
changed. How should the nurse interpret the client's behavior? - ANS The client's behaviors
demonstrate no functional impairment indicating no mental illness
Meditation has been shown to be an effective anxiety management technique. When
medication is effective what should a nurse expect to assess? - ANS An achieved state of
relaxation
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, Which client statement should alert a nurse that a client may be responding maladaptively to
stress? - ANS I found that avoiding contact with others helps me cope
Which client should the nurse identify as a potential candidate for involuntary commitment? -
ANS A client threatening to commit suicide with a verbalized plan (They're a danger to
themselves or others- involuntary commitment criteria)
People with mental health issues always have issues with aggression and should always be
approached with caution. - ANS False
Which symptoms should a nurse identify as a typical fight-or-flight response? -
ANS Increased HR
A new nurse is trying to hone his therapeutic techniques. His pt just told him that she feels like
she cannot do anything right and she feels worthless. What is the best response to this
treatment? - ANS Why do you feel worthless? Would you like to tell me more about this?
(always ask open-ended questions)
A school nurse is assessing a distraught female HS student who is overly concerned because her
parents can't afford horseback riding lessons. How should the nurse interpret the students'
reaction to their perceived problem? - ANS The problem is personally relevant to her
A client who experiences stress on a regular basis asks a nurse what causes these feelings.
Which is the most appropriate nursing response? - ANS How you reacted to past experiences
influences how you feel now. (Answers with "always" is never the answer)
A pt's wife of 34 years dies unexpectedly. The pt cries often and becomes socially isolated. The
pt nurse stresses the importance of proper sleep, nutrition, and exercise. What is the best
rationale for the nurse's teaching? - ANS The client is susceptible to illness due to effects of
stress on the immune system
A man newly diagnosed with alcohol dependence experiences a relapse during the group
meeting. Another group member states I relapsed 3 times but now have been sober for 15
years. Which of Yalom's curative group factors does this illustrate? - ANS Instillation of hope
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CORRECT ANSWERS | LATEST
VERSION 2025/2026.
A patient on an inpatient unit angrily states to a nurse "Peter is not tidy or cleaning up after
himself in the bathroom. You need to address this problem." Which is the appropriate
response? - ANS I can see you're angry. Let's discuss ways to approach Peter with your
concerns.
A mother who has learned that her child was killed in a tragic car accident states, I can't bear to
go on with my life. Which nursing statement conveys empathy? - ANS It must be very
difficult to lose a child, I'll stay with you until your husband arrives
The nurse should utilize which group function to help an extremely withdrawn paranoid client
increase feelings of security? - ANS support
A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing occasional feelings of sadness because of the
recent death of a beloved pet. The client's appetite, sleep patterns, and daily routines have not
changed. How should the nurse interpret the client's behavior? - ANS The client's behaviors
demonstrate no functional impairment indicating no mental illness
Meditation has been shown to be an effective anxiety management technique. When
medication is effective what should a nurse expect to assess? - ANS An achieved state of
relaxation
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, Which client statement should alert a nurse that a client may be responding maladaptively to
stress? - ANS I found that avoiding contact with others helps me cope
Which client should the nurse identify as a potential candidate for involuntary commitment? -
ANS A client threatening to commit suicide with a verbalized plan (They're a danger to
themselves or others- involuntary commitment criteria)
People with mental health issues always have issues with aggression and should always be
approached with caution. - ANS False
Which symptoms should a nurse identify as a typical fight-or-flight response? -
ANS Increased HR
A new nurse is trying to hone his therapeutic techniques. His pt just told him that she feels like
she cannot do anything right and she feels worthless. What is the best response to this
treatment? - ANS Why do you feel worthless? Would you like to tell me more about this?
(always ask open-ended questions)
A school nurse is assessing a distraught female HS student who is overly concerned because her
parents can't afford horseback riding lessons. How should the nurse interpret the students'
reaction to their perceived problem? - ANS The problem is personally relevant to her
A client who experiences stress on a regular basis asks a nurse what causes these feelings.
Which is the most appropriate nursing response? - ANS How you reacted to past experiences
influences how you feel now. (Answers with "always" is never the answer)
A pt's wife of 34 years dies unexpectedly. The pt cries often and becomes socially isolated. The
pt nurse stresses the importance of proper sleep, nutrition, and exercise. What is the best
rationale for the nurse's teaching? - ANS The client is susceptible to illness due to effects of
stress on the immune system
A man newly diagnosed with alcohol dependence experiences a relapse during the group
meeting. Another group member states I relapsed 3 times but now have been sober for 15
years. Which of Yalom's curative group factors does this illustrate? - ANS Instillation of hope
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