NSG 3130 Exam 3 Review Questions and 100%
Correct Answers Latest 2026-Galen
Mild anxiety - answer;-normal; increases ability to think clearly
moderate anxiety - answer;-normal; Narrows focus, dulls perception, lessens
attention span
Severe anxiety - answer;-abnormal; Inability to make decisions or solve problems
Panic - answer;-abnormal; Feelings of dread or terror, Immobilization, inability to
concentrate, communicate, or think rationally, Diaphoresis, chest pain, dyspnea,
palpitations
Burnout - answer;-mental or physical exhaustion due to constant stress or activity
Compassion Fatigue - answer;-occurs when deeply caring and empathetic nurses
become overwhelmed by the constant needs of patients and families
Burnout/Compassion Fatigue interventions - answer;-allowing nurses to care for
themselves and exercising, balancing nutrition, and attending therapy.
, signs of burnout and compassion fatigue - answer;-Mood swings, avoidance of
working with some patients, frequent sick days, irritability, reduced memory,
poor concentration, and decreased empathy.
Headaches, digestive upset, muscle tension, fatigue, chest pain, and palpitations
Compensation - answer;-Focusing on strengths rather than perceived weaknesses
Denial - answer;-Ignoring aspects of reality that induce anxiety or contribute to a
loss of self-esteem
Displacement - answer;-Redirecting negative emotions perceived as unacceptable
or threatening to a safer focus
Intellectualization - answer;-Overthinking a challenging situation or impulse to
avoid dealing with the emotions it elicits
Projection - answer;-Attributing one's own motives, values, desires, situational
responses, and personality traits to another person
Rationalization - answer;-Explaining personal actions in a way that enhances one's
own self image
Reaction Formation - answer;-Responding to negative thoughts or feelings by
demonstrating opposite emotions and actions
Correct Answers Latest 2026-Galen
Mild anxiety - answer;-normal; increases ability to think clearly
moderate anxiety - answer;-normal; Narrows focus, dulls perception, lessens
attention span
Severe anxiety - answer;-abnormal; Inability to make decisions or solve problems
Panic - answer;-abnormal; Feelings of dread or terror, Immobilization, inability to
concentrate, communicate, or think rationally, Diaphoresis, chest pain, dyspnea,
palpitations
Burnout - answer;-mental or physical exhaustion due to constant stress or activity
Compassion Fatigue - answer;-occurs when deeply caring and empathetic nurses
become overwhelmed by the constant needs of patients and families
Burnout/Compassion Fatigue interventions - answer;-allowing nurses to care for
themselves and exercising, balancing nutrition, and attending therapy.
, signs of burnout and compassion fatigue - answer;-Mood swings, avoidance of
working with some patients, frequent sick days, irritability, reduced memory,
poor concentration, and decreased empathy.
Headaches, digestive upset, muscle tension, fatigue, chest pain, and palpitations
Compensation - answer;-Focusing on strengths rather than perceived weaknesses
Denial - answer;-Ignoring aspects of reality that induce anxiety or contribute to a
loss of self-esteem
Displacement - answer;-Redirecting negative emotions perceived as unacceptable
or threatening to a safer focus
Intellectualization - answer;-Overthinking a challenging situation or impulse to
avoid dealing with the emotions it elicits
Projection - answer;-Attributing one's own motives, values, desires, situational
responses, and personality traits to another person
Rationalization - answer;-Explaining personal actions in a way that enhances one's
own self image
Reaction Formation - answer;-Responding to negative thoughts or feelings by
demonstrating opposite emotions and actions
