NURS 307 Midterm Latest Update Exam 2026/
Nursing 307 Midterm Exam | Key Topics, Q&A, and
Review Notes
Addiction - correct answer-An umbrella term that includes substance misuse,
substance abuse, substance dependence, and behavioural addictions such as
gambling, shopping, eating disorders, internet gaming, sex addictions, etc
Mental Health - correct answer-Defined as a state of well-being in which every
individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of
life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her
or his community
Mental health and addictions - correct answer-Wide range of disorders that affect
mood, thinking, and behaviour. Examples include depression, anxiety disorders,
schizophrenia, as well as substance use disorders and problem gambling
Concurrent disorders - correct answer-Describes the occurrence of at least one
substance-related or addictive disorder co-occurring with one other mental
disorder.
,Stigma - correct answer-refers to negative, unfavorable attitudes and the
behavior they produce; stigma is a "form of prejudice that spreads fear and
misinformation, labels individuals and perpetuates stereotypes"
Self stigma - correct answer-Unique emotional distress, loss of self-esteem,
feelings of low self-worth, loss of self-efficacy, and ultimately mental health
issues.
Social stigma - correct answer-Stereotyped attitudes and prejudices held by the
public.
Structural stigma - correct answer-Rules, policies, and practices of social
institutions that arbitrarily restrict the rights of, and opportunities for, people
with mental illnesses.
Systemic stigma - correct answer-Key drivers of public stigma include the
widespread views that substance use and its related harms are the result of
individual choice, weakness, immorality or a lack of willpower.
Humane Treatment - correct answer-A moral, compassionate, and pleasant
environment
Dorothea Dix - correct answer-Diligently investigated the conditions of jails and
the plight of mentally ill people and promoted the building of mental hospitals
Charles K. Clarke - correct answer-Made continuous improvements, including the
introduction of nurse training for asylum personnel
and established the Toronto Psychiatric Hospital opening in 1925
, Clifford Beers - correct answer-Wrote of his abusive experience in several mental
hospitals—A Mind That Found Itself
Early views mental health -2 - correct answer-(1) the belief that mental disorders
had biologic origins;
(2) the belief that the problems were attributed to environmental and social
stresses.
Deinstitutionalization - correct answer-Decrease in inpatient population, move to
the community
6 key strategic directions to address mental health needs of Canadians - correct
answer-1. Promote mental health across the lifespan
2. Foster recovery
3. Provide access
4. Reduce disparities
5. Work with First Nations, Inuit and metis
6. Mobilize - leadership, improve knowledge and foster collaboration
Mental Health - correct answer-Is a state of well-being in which the individual
realizes:
- Self-potential
- Copes with life stresses
- Is able to work productively and contribute to his or her society.
Nursing 307 Midterm Exam | Key Topics, Q&A, and
Review Notes
Addiction - correct answer-An umbrella term that includes substance misuse,
substance abuse, substance dependence, and behavioural addictions such as
gambling, shopping, eating disorders, internet gaming, sex addictions, etc
Mental Health - correct answer-Defined as a state of well-being in which every
individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of
life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her
or his community
Mental health and addictions - correct answer-Wide range of disorders that affect
mood, thinking, and behaviour. Examples include depression, anxiety disorders,
schizophrenia, as well as substance use disorders and problem gambling
Concurrent disorders - correct answer-Describes the occurrence of at least one
substance-related or addictive disorder co-occurring with one other mental
disorder.
,Stigma - correct answer-refers to negative, unfavorable attitudes and the
behavior they produce; stigma is a "form of prejudice that spreads fear and
misinformation, labels individuals and perpetuates stereotypes"
Self stigma - correct answer-Unique emotional distress, loss of self-esteem,
feelings of low self-worth, loss of self-efficacy, and ultimately mental health
issues.
Social stigma - correct answer-Stereotyped attitudes and prejudices held by the
public.
Structural stigma - correct answer-Rules, policies, and practices of social
institutions that arbitrarily restrict the rights of, and opportunities for, people
with mental illnesses.
Systemic stigma - correct answer-Key drivers of public stigma include the
widespread views that substance use and its related harms are the result of
individual choice, weakness, immorality or a lack of willpower.
Humane Treatment - correct answer-A moral, compassionate, and pleasant
environment
Dorothea Dix - correct answer-Diligently investigated the conditions of jails and
the plight of mentally ill people and promoted the building of mental hospitals
Charles K. Clarke - correct answer-Made continuous improvements, including the
introduction of nurse training for asylum personnel
and established the Toronto Psychiatric Hospital opening in 1925
, Clifford Beers - correct answer-Wrote of his abusive experience in several mental
hospitals—A Mind That Found Itself
Early views mental health -2 - correct answer-(1) the belief that mental disorders
had biologic origins;
(2) the belief that the problems were attributed to environmental and social
stresses.
Deinstitutionalization - correct answer-Decrease in inpatient population, move to
the community
6 key strategic directions to address mental health needs of Canadians - correct
answer-1. Promote mental health across the lifespan
2. Foster recovery
3. Provide access
4. Reduce disparities
5. Work with First Nations, Inuit and metis
6. Mobilize - leadership, improve knowledge and foster collaboration
Mental Health - correct answer-Is a state of well-being in which the individual
realizes:
- Self-potential
- Copes with life stresses
- Is able to work productively and contribute to his or her society.
