COMPREHENSIVE ANCC PMHNP EXAM REVIEW: NEURO,
PHARMACOLOGY, AND MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS
WITH ACTUAL CORRECT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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Descriptive Vividness .......ANSWER......The researcher describes
the data gathering process in sufficient detail that the reader
can personally experience it. The data collected, often in the
form of personal statements, should be quoted directly and
extensively, because this is the raw data from the study.
Methodological Congruence .......ANSWER......The researcher
presents the philosophical and methodological approach used
and cites references to support their approach. The subjects,
sampling method, data-gathering and data-analysis strategies,
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and processes for informed consent are clearly and concisely
described.
Theoretical Conectedness .......ANSWER......Any theory developed
from the study is clearly stated, logically consistent, reflective of
the data, and in accord with other available knowledge.
Analytical Precision .......ANSWER......Is not concerned with
statistics and instruments. If refers to the decision-making process
by which the researchers synthesize concrete data (words of the
subjects) into an abstract that clarifies the meaning and the
importance of the study. The last of the 5 criteria is Heuristic
Relevance - The researcher clarifies the significance of the study,
its applicability to public health or community nursing, and its
likely influence o the future research.
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Phenelzine .......ANSWER......An MAOI that patients with atypical
depression respond particularly well to.
Atomoxetine .......ANSWER......A norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
approved for the treatment of ADHD.
Loxapine .......ANSWER......A typical, tetracyclic antipsychotic with
antidepressant properties. Its active metabolite is amoxapine,
which is a secondary amine tricyclic antidepressant.
HITECH .......ANSWER......Implementation of EHR for information
exchanges and improving population health. This was done by
Obama and the ARRA.
Suppression .......ANSWER......The intentional or conscious exclusion
of painful or disturbing thoughts or emotions from awareness.
A healthy defense mechanism because the client channels
conflicting energies into growth-promoting activities.
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Medications that can induce depression .......ANSWER......beta
blockers, steroids, interferon, Accutane, benzodiazepines,
progesterone, some antivirals, and antineoplasmics.
Medications that can induce mania .......ANSWER......Steroids,
Isoniazid, antidepressants (in people who already have bipolar
disorder), and Antabuse.
Medigap Insurance Policies .......ANSWER......Private insurance
policies purchased by elderly individuals to cover some or all of
their medical expenses not paid for by Medicare.
Medicare Advantage Plan .......ANSWER......Formerly Medicare +
Choice, this created regional Preferred Provider Organizations
(PPOs) and gave Medicare enrollees the option of enrolling in
private insurance plans.