A nurse consistently strives to demonstrate caring behaviors during interactions with
patients. Which reaction by a patient indicates this nurse is effective? A patient reports
feeling:
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connected with others
A patient hospitalized with a mood disorder has aggression, agitation, talkativeness,
and irritability. A nurse begins the care plan based on the expectation that the health
care provider is most likely to prescribe a medication classified as a(n):
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mood stabilizer
,A supervisor assigns a worker a new project. The worker initially agrees but feels
resentful. The next day, when asked about the project, the worker says, Ive been
working on other things. When asked 4 hours later, the worker says, Someone else
was using the copier, so I couldnt finish it. The workers behavior demonstrates:
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passive aggression
Which individual with a mental illness may need emergency or involuntary
hospitalization for mental illness? The individual who:
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throws a heavy plate at a waiter at the direction of command hallucinations
Which historical nursing leader helped focus practice to recognize the importance of
science in psychiatric nursing?
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Hildegard Peplau
When a female Mexican-American patient and a female nurse sit together, the patient
often holds the nurses hand. The patient also links arms with the nurse when they
walk. The nurse is uncomfortable with this behavior and thinks the patient is
homosexual. Which alternative is a more accurate assessment?
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The patient is accustomed to touch during conversations, as are members
of many Hispanic subcultures.
An 86-year-old, previously healthy and independent, falls after an episode of vertigo.
Which behavior by this patient best demonstrates resilience? The patient:
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says, Maybe some physical therapy will help me with my balance
A nurse psychotherapist works with an anxious, dependent patient. The therapeutic
strategy most consistent with the framework of psychoanalytic psychotherapy is: a.
emphasizing medication compliance.
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focusing on feelings developed by the patient toward the nurse
Which statement shows a nurse has empathy for a patient who made a suicide
attempt?
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You must have been very upset when you tried to hurt yourself
, During an interview, a patient attempts to shift the focus from self to the nurse by
asking personal questions. The nurse should respond by saying:
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The time we spend together is to discuss your concerns.
Which issues should a nurse address during the first interview with a patient
diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder?
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Relationship parameters, the contract, confidentiality, and termination
As a nurse discharges a patient, the patient gives the nurse a card of appreciation
made in an arts and crafts group. What is the nurses best action?
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Recognize the effectiveness of the relationship and patients
thoughtfulness. Accept the card
Which action by a psychiatric nurse best supports a patients right to be treated with
dignity and respect?
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patients. Which reaction by a patient indicates this nurse is effective? A patient reports
feeling:
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connected with others
A patient hospitalized with a mood disorder has aggression, agitation, talkativeness,
and irritability. A nurse begins the care plan based on the expectation that the health
care provider is most likely to prescribe a medication classified as a(n):
Give this one a try later!
mood stabilizer
,A supervisor assigns a worker a new project. The worker initially agrees but feels
resentful. The next day, when asked about the project, the worker says, Ive been
working on other things. When asked 4 hours later, the worker says, Someone else
was using the copier, so I couldnt finish it. The workers behavior demonstrates:
Give this one a try later!
passive aggression
Which individual with a mental illness may need emergency or involuntary
hospitalization for mental illness? The individual who:
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throws a heavy plate at a waiter at the direction of command hallucinations
Which historical nursing leader helped focus practice to recognize the importance of
science in psychiatric nursing?
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Hildegard Peplau
When a female Mexican-American patient and a female nurse sit together, the patient
often holds the nurses hand. The patient also links arms with the nurse when they
walk. The nurse is uncomfortable with this behavior and thinks the patient is
homosexual. Which alternative is a more accurate assessment?
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The patient is accustomed to touch during conversations, as are members
of many Hispanic subcultures.
An 86-year-old, previously healthy and independent, falls after an episode of vertigo.
Which behavior by this patient best demonstrates resilience? The patient:
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says, Maybe some physical therapy will help me with my balance
A nurse psychotherapist works with an anxious, dependent patient. The therapeutic
strategy most consistent with the framework of psychoanalytic psychotherapy is: a.
emphasizing medication compliance.
Give this one a try later!
focusing on feelings developed by the patient toward the nurse
Which statement shows a nurse has empathy for a patient who made a suicide
attempt?
Give this one a try later!
You must have been very upset when you tried to hurt yourself
, During an interview, a patient attempts to shift the focus from self to the nurse by
asking personal questions. The nurse should respond by saying:
Give this one a try later!
The time we spend together is to discuss your concerns.
Which issues should a nurse address during the first interview with a patient
diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder?
Give this one a try later!
Relationship parameters, the contract, confidentiality, and termination
As a nurse discharges a patient, the patient gives the nurse a card of appreciation
made in an arts and crafts group. What is the nurses best action?
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Recognize the effectiveness of the relationship and patients
thoughtfulness. Accept the card
Which action by a psychiatric nurse best supports a patients right to be treated with
dignity and respect?
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