Fundamental Concepts & Skills for Nursing
Practice II 100% Correct Questions &
Answers – Galen
Holistic approach - correct answer Providing a person support that looks at the whole
person, not just their mental health needs. The support should include their physical,
emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing.
Mild anxiety - correct answer normal; increases ability to think clearly
Moderate anxiety - correct answer normal; Narrows focus, dulls perception, lessens
attention span
Severe anxiety - correct answer abnormal; Inability to make decisions or solve
problems
,Panic - correct answer abnormal; Feelings of dread or terror, Immobilization, inability
to concentrate, communicate, or think rationally, Diaphoresis, chest pain, dyspnea,
palpitations
Burnout - correct answer mental or physical exhaustion due to constant stress or
activity
Compassion Fatigue - correct answer occurs when deeply caring and empathetic
nurses become overwhelmed by the constant needs of patients and families
Burnout/Compassion Fatigue interventions - correct answer allowing nurses to care
for themselves and exercising, balancing nutrition, and attending therapy.
Signs of burnout and compassion fatigue - correct 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 - correct answer Focusing on strengths rather than perceived
weaknesses
Denial - correct answer Ignoring aspects of reality that induce anxiety or contribute to
a loss of self-esteem
Displacement - correct answer Redirecting negative emotions perceived as
unacceptable or threatening to a safer focus
Intellectualization - correct answer Overthinking a challenging situation or impulse to
avoid dealing with the emotions it elicits
Projection - correct answer Attributing one's own motives, values, desires, situational
responses, and personality traits to another person
Rationalization - correct answer Explaining personal actions in a way that enhances
one's own self image