questions with correct answers
A patient who is considering ECT for resistant depression, inquires as to
the number of sessions she would likely require. Based on the best
evidence currently available what is the best response? Correct Answer.-
10
The examiner palpates in the right upper abdominal quadrant below the
cost margin while the patient breeds in. The test is positive if the
examiner observes pain during inhalation. Correct Answer.-Murphy sign
The condition in which the patient is unable to discriminate between
objects based on touching is known as Correct Answer.-Astereognosis
A 66-year-old woman who retired from psychiatry, three years ago,
spends much of her time watching television. She is easily irritated by
those interrupting her shows and has no desire to engage in any activities
or identify with the broader community. Which developmental stage did
she fail to master? Correct Answer.-Generativity versus stagnation
A middle school girl who is timid to take any rest, prefer solitary
activities, and does not ask questions of her teachers for fear that she is
bothering them likely did not master which developmental stage Correct
Answer.-Initiative versus guilt
,The S2 heart sound is a result of what Correct Answer.-Closure of the
semilunar valves
Inability to perform rapid alternating movements Correct Answer.-
Dysdiadochokinesia
The PMHNP is facilitating a close support group for victims of domestic
violence and a member shares she is ready to leave her abuser. What
response would be best? Correct Answer.-What plans have you
implemented?
What level of prevention is a suicide hotline? Correct Answer.-Secondary
prevention
Generativity vs. Stagnation signs of failing Correct Answer.-A mid life
crisis, increased self absorption and the inability to care for others are all
signs of failing this stage in mid adulthood (35-65)
concordant identification Correct Answer.-The therapist takes on part of
the clients personality or empathizes with the clients experience.
When does a child develop conservation Correct Answer.-Concrete
operational stage, age 7-11. They understand reversibility and
conservation while becoming less ego centric.
Teddy is a 6 year old male who is frustrated that he cannot learn as
quickly as his peers. What Erikson stage of Psychosocial development
, does this best describe? Correct Answer.-Industry vs inferiority. Age 6-11.
Competence is developed and the child compares themself to others and
can appreciate disparities in ability.
What level of prevention would include screening for pancreatic cancer
in an asymptomatic adult without family history? Correct Answer.-The
USPSTF recommends against screening for pancreatic cancer in
asymptomatic adults.
In what scenario is a minor able to seek care without parental approval
Correct Answer.-STD assessment
What is the name of the thought process where a client calmly begins
with one statement, makes another related statement in a different
direction, another statement in yet another direction and never returns to
the original question? Correct Answer.-Tangential
Montel lost his family during a Tsunami while on vacation. This is an
example of a what? Correct Answer.-Adventitious Crisis
66-year-old woman employed as a federal appeals lawyer is being seen
by the PMHNP accompanied by her son, who has been concerned about
progressive memory problems. Which of the following would be most
helpful in distinguishing between common forgetfulness and cognitive
impairment? Correct Answer.-Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)