RASMUSSEN MENTAL HEALTH EXAM 123 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS|
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What is the purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)? Select all that
apply. - (answer)a. Ensuring that an individual's health information is protected
e. Allowing healthcare providers to obtain health information to provide high-quality healthcare.
Which intervention demonstrates a nurse's understanding of the initial action associated with the
assessment of a patient's spiritual beliefs? - (answer)c. Asking the patient what role spirituality plays in
his daily life
Which nursing interventions best demonstrate an understanding of the Quality and Safety Education in
Nursing (QSEN) competencies? Select all that apply. - (answer)a. Asking the patient what she expects
from the treatment she is receiving
b. Seeking recertification for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
d. Consulting with a dietitian to discuss a patient's cultural food preferences and restrictions
e. Reviewing the literature regarding the best way to monitor the patient for a fluid imbalance
Which disadvantage is inherent to the problem-oriented charting system (SOAPIE)? - (answer)c.
Documentation is not listed in chronological order
Which standardized rating scale will the nurse specifically include in the assessment of a newly admitted
patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder? - (answer)d. Beck Inventory
A 13-year-old boy is undergoing a mental health assessment. The nurse practitioner assures him that his
medical records are protected and private. The nurse recognizes that this promise cannot be kept when
the youth divulges: - (answer)d. "My parents do not know that I hit my grandpa."
During an interview with a non-English-speaking middle-aged woman recently diagnosed with major
depressive disorder, the patient's husband states, "She is happy now and doing very well." The patient,
however, sits motionless, looking at the floor, and wringing her hands. A professional interpreter would
provide better information due to the fact that a family member in the interpreter role may...? Select all
that apply. - (answer)b. Censor the patient's thoughts or words
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A nurse identified a nursing diagnosis of self-mutilation for a female diagnosed with a borderline
personality disorder. The patient has multiple self-inflicted cuts on her forearms and inner thighs. What
is the most important patient outcome for this nursing diagnosis? Patient will - (answer)a. Identify
triggers to self-mutilation
Medical records are considered legal documents. Proper documentation needs to reflect the patient's
condition along with changes. It should also be based on professional standards designated by the state
board of nursing, regulatory agencies, and reimbursement requirements. Proper documentation can be
enhanced by: - (answer)b. Using the nursing process as a guide
Amadi is a 40-year-old African national being treated in a psychiatric outpatient setting due to a court
order. Amadi's medical record is limited in scope, so where can Renata, his registered nurse, obtain
more data on Amadi's condition within legal parameters? Select all that apply. - (answer)a. Emergency
department records
b. Police records related to the offense resulting in the court order for treatment
d. Past medical records in the current facility
Which statement made by either the nurse or the patient demonstrates an ineffective patient-nurse
relationship? - (answer)b. "Why do you think it's acceptable for you to be so disrespectful to staff?"
The patient expresses sadness at "being all alone with no one to share my life with." Which response by
the nurse demonstrates the existence of a therapeutic relationship? - (answer)a. "Loneliness can be a
very painful and difficult emotion."
Which patient outcome is directly associated with the goals of a therapeutic nurse-patient relationship?
- (answer)b. Patient will identify suicidal feelings to staff whenever they occur.
What is the greatest trigger for the development of a patient's nurse-focused transference? - (answer)d.
The degree of authority the nurse has over the patient
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Which patient statement demonstrates a value held regarding children? - (answer)a. "Nothing is more
important to me than the safety of my children."
Mary is a 39-year-old attending a psychiatric outpatient clinic. Mary believes that her husband, sister,
and son cause her problems. Listening to Mary describe the problems, the nurse displays therapeutic
communication in which response? - (answer)a. "I understand you are in a difficult situation."
A registered nurse is caring for an older male who reports depressive symptoms since his wife of 54
years died suddenly. He cries, maintains closed body posture, and avoids eye contact. Which nursing
action describes attending behavior? - (answer)c. Sitting with the patient and taking cues for when to
talk or when to remain silent
A male patient frequently inquires about the female student nurse's boyfriend, social activities, and
school experiences. Which is the best initial response by the student? - (answer)b. She limits sharing
personal information and stresses the patient-centered focus of the conversation.
Morgan is a third-year nursing student in her psychiatric clinical rotation. She is assigned to an 80-year-
old widow admitted for major depressive disorder. The patient describes many losses and sadness.
Morgan becomes teary and says meaningfully, "I am so sorry for you." Morgan's instructor overhears
the conversation and says, "I understand that getting tearful is a human response. Yet, sympathy isn't
helpful in this field." The instructor urges Morgan to focus on: - (answer)c. "Using empathy to
demonstrate respect and validation of the patient's feelings"
Emily is a 28-year-old nurse who works on a psychiatric unit. She is assigned to work with Jenna, a 27-
year-old who was admitted with major depressive disorder. Emily and Jenna realize that they graduated
from the same high school and each has a 2-year-old daughter. Emily and Jenna discuss getting together
for a play date with their daughters after Jenna is discharged. This situation reflects: - (answer)c.
Boundary blurring
Which statement made by the nurse demonstrates the best understanding of nonverbal
communication? - (answer)b. "When my patient responds to my question, I check for congruence
between verbal and nonverbal communication to help validate the response."
ACCURATE REAL EXAM WITH FREQUENTLY TESTED QUESTIONS AND
RATIONALE|ALREADY A GRADED|GUARANTEED PASS|LATEST UPDATE 2025.
What is the purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)? Select all that
apply. - (answer)a. Ensuring that an individual's health information is protected
e. Allowing healthcare providers to obtain health information to provide high-quality healthcare.
Which intervention demonstrates a nurse's understanding of the initial action associated with the
assessment of a patient's spiritual beliefs? - (answer)c. Asking the patient what role spirituality plays in
his daily life
Which nursing interventions best demonstrate an understanding of the Quality and Safety Education in
Nursing (QSEN) competencies? Select all that apply. - (answer)a. Asking the patient what she expects
from the treatment she is receiving
b. Seeking recertification for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
d. Consulting with a dietitian to discuss a patient's cultural food preferences and restrictions
e. Reviewing the literature regarding the best way to monitor the patient for a fluid imbalance
Which disadvantage is inherent to the problem-oriented charting system (SOAPIE)? - (answer)c.
Documentation is not listed in chronological order
Which standardized rating scale will the nurse specifically include in the assessment of a newly admitted
patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder? - (answer)d. Beck Inventory
A 13-year-old boy is undergoing a mental health assessment. The nurse practitioner assures him that his
medical records are protected and private. The nurse recognizes that this promise cannot be kept when
the youth divulges: - (answer)d. "My parents do not know that I hit my grandpa."
During an interview with a non-English-speaking middle-aged woman recently diagnosed with major
depressive disorder, the patient's husband states, "She is happy now and doing very well." The patient,
however, sits motionless, looking at the floor, and wringing her hands. A professional interpreter would
provide better information due to the fact that a family member in the interpreter role may...? Select all
that apply. - (answer)b. Censor the patient's thoughts or words
,RASMUSSEN MENTAL HEALTH EXAM 123 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS|
ACCURATE REAL EXAM WITH FREQUENTLY TESTED QUESTIONS AND
RATIONALE|ALREADY A GRADED|GUARANTEED PASS|LATEST UPDATE 2025.
A nurse identified a nursing diagnosis of self-mutilation for a female diagnosed with a borderline
personality disorder. The patient has multiple self-inflicted cuts on her forearms and inner thighs. What
is the most important patient outcome for this nursing diagnosis? Patient will - (answer)a. Identify
triggers to self-mutilation
Medical records are considered legal documents. Proper documentation needs to reflect the patient's
condition along with changes. It should also be based on professional standards designated by the state
board of nursing, regulatory agencies, and reimbursement requirements. Proper documentation can be
enhanced by: - (answer)b. Using the nursing process as a guide
Amadi is a 40-year-old African national being treated in a psychiatric outpatient setting due to a court
order. Amadi's medical record is limited in scope, so where can Renata, his registered nurse, obtain
more data on Amadi's condition within legal parameters? Select all that apply. - (answer)a. Emergency
department records
b. Police records related to the offense resulting in the court order for treatment
d. Past medical records in the current facility
Which statement made by either the nurse or the patient demonstrates an ineffective patient-nurse
relationship? - (answer)b. "Why do you think it's acceptable for you to be so disrespectful to staff?"
The patient expresses sadness at "being all alone with no one to share my life with." Which response by
the nurse demonstrates the existence of a therapeutic relationship? - (answer)a. "Loneliness can be a
very painful and difficult emotion."
Which patient outcome is directly associated with the goals of a therapeutic nurse-patient relationship?
- (answer)b. Patient will identify suicidal feelings to staff whenever they occur.
What is the greatest trigger for the development of a patient's nurse-focused transference? - (answer)d.
The degree of authority the nurse has over the patient
, RASMUSSEN MENTAL HEALTH EXAM 123 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS|
ACCURATE REAL EXAM WITH FREQUENTLY TESTED QUESTIONS AND
RATIONALE|ALREADY A GRADED|GUARANTEED PASS|LATEST UPDATE 2025.
Which patient statement demonstrates a value held regarding children? - (answer)a. "Nothing is more
important to me than the safety of my children."
Mary is a 39-year-old attending a psychiatric outpatient clinic. Mary believes that her husband, sister,
and son cause her problems. Listening to Mary describe the problems, the nurse displays therapeutic
communication in which response? - (answer)a. "I understand you are in a difficult situation."
A registered nurse is caring for an older male who reports depressive symptoms since his wife of 54
years died suddenly. He cries, maintains closed body posture, and avoids eye contact. Which nursing
action describes attending behavior? - (answer)c. Sitting with the patient and taking cues for when to
talk or when to remain silent
A male patient frequently inquires about the female student nurse's boyfriend, social activities, and
school experiences. Which is the best initial response by the student? - (answer)b. She limits sharing
personal information and stresses the patient-centered focus of the conversation.
Morgan is a third-year nursing student in her psychiatric clinical rotation. She is assigned to an 80-year-
old widow admitted for major depressive disorder. The patient describes many losses and sadness.
Morgan becomes teary and says meaningfully, "I am so sorry for you." Morgan's instructor overhears
the conversation and says, "I understand that getting tearful is a human response. Yet, sympathy isn't
helpful in this field." The instructor urges Morgan to focus on: - (answer)c. "Using empathy to
demonstrate respect and validation of the patient's feelings"
Emily is a 28-year-old nurse who works on a psychiatric unit. She is assigned to work with Jenna, a 27-
year-old who was admitted with major depressive disorder. Emily and Jenna realize that they graduated
from the same high school and each has a 2-year-old daughter. Emily and Jenna discuss getting together
for a play date with their daughters after Jenna is discharged. This situation reflects: - (answer)c.
Boundary blurring
Which statement made by the nurse demonstrates the best understanding of nonverbal
communication? - (answer)b. "When my patient responds to my question, I check for congruence
between verbal and nonverbal communication to help validate the response."
