University College Cork BSc Nursing (Mental
Health) – Comprehensive Examination
Question Bank updated 2026/2027 well
written one .
Table of Contents
Section Topic Area Questions
A Foundations of Mental Health Nursing & Professional Practice Q1–Q15
Developing Hope-Inspiring Relationships & Therapeutic
B Q16–Q30
Engagement
C Recovery – Theory, Concepts and Principles Q31–Q45
D Creative Therapies and Self-Awareness Skills Q46–Q55
E Pharmacology and Medication Management Q56–Q70
F Therapeutic Relationships, Communication and Self-Awareness Q71–Q85
G Research for Evidence-Based Nursing and Midwifery Care Q86–Q95
H Social Justice, Discrimination, Labelling and Stigma Q96–Q105
I Health Promotion and Primary Health Care in Mental Health Q106–Q115
,Section Topic Area Questions
J Mental Health Nursing: Politics, Policy and Practice Q116–Q125
K Recovery – Working with Children and Young People Q126–Q135
L General Health Care for Adults with Mental Health Problems Q136–Q145
M Clinical Practice, Assessment and Professional Development Q146–Q150
SECTION A: FOUNDATIONS OF MENTAL HEALTH NURSING & PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
Q1. A newly registered mental health nurse in Ireland is preparing for their first clinical
placement. Which regulatory body governs their professional registration and practice
standards?
A. Health Service Executive (HSE)
B. Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
C. Irish Medical Council
D. Department of Health and Children
CorreCt Answer: B
Rationale: The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) is the statutory regulatory body
for nurses and midwives in Ireland. On successful completion of the BSc Mental Health Nursing
programme at UCC, graduates are recommended to the NMBI for registration as a Psychiatric
Nurse. The HSE is the employer and service provider, not the regulatory body.
Q2. The BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing at University College Cork is offered at which NFQ
level and over what duration?
A. NFQ Level 7, 3 years full-time
B. NFQ Level 8, 4 years full-time
, C. NFQ Level 8, 4 years full-time
D. NFQ Level 9, 4 years full-time
CorreCt Answer: C
Rationale: The BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing at UCC is a four-year full-time
undergraduate programme leading to an NFQ Level 8 Honours Bachelor Degree. The
programme is delivered in partnership with the Health Service Executive (South).
Q3. Which of the following best describes the structure of clinical practice modules in the UCC
Mental Health Nursing programme?
A. 25 hours per week for 4 weeks each year
B. 30 hours per week for 6 weeks each year
C. 35 hours per week for a number of weeks each year
D. 40 hours per week for 12 weeks each year
CorreCt Answer: C
Rationale: Clinical practice modules require students to be in supervised clinical practice in
hospital, community and other healthcare settings for 35 hours per week for a number of weeks
each year. This structure ensures students gain substantial practical experience across diverse
mental health settings.
Q4. A mental health nursing student at UCC fails the Part B practice module in Year 2. According
to programme regulations, what is the consequence?
A. The student may continue to Year 3 with additional supervision
B. The student must repeat only the theory components
C. The student will re-register for the alternative non-clinical Diploma in Health Studies
pathway
D. The student is automatically excluded from the programme
CorreCt Answer: C
Rationale: Students who do not pass the Part B practice module for Year 2 on first and repeat
attempts will re-register for the alternative pathway - the non-clinical Diploma in Health Studies.
This pathway does not confer eligibility to practice as a Registered Nurse.
, Q5. What is the minimum CAO points requirement for entry to the BSc Mental Health Nursing
programme at UCC for the 2025 intake?
A. 350 points
B. 380 points
C. 400 points
D. 450 points
CorreCt Answer: C
Rationale: The CAO points range for 2025 entry to CK720 BSc Mental Health Nursing at UCC was
400 points. This reflects the highly competitive nature of the programme.
Q6. Which of the following is NOT a core first-year module for Mental Health Nursing students
at UCC?
A. NU1042 Developing Hope-Inspiring Relationships and Psychology for Health Care
B. NU1043 Recovery - Theory, Concept and Principles
C. NU1047 Interpersonal Skills for Nursing Practice and Psychology for Healthcare
D. NU1045 Creative Therapies and Self Awareness Skills for Mental Health Nursing
CorreCt Answer: C
Rationale: NU1047 is a module taken by General Nursing and Intellectual Disability Nursing
students, not Mental Health Nursing students. Mental Health Nursing students take NU1042,
NU1043 and NU1045 as their specialist modules.
Q7. According to NMBI standards, how many domains of competence guide the assessment of
nursing students in clinical practice?
A. Four domains
B. Five domains
C. Six domains
D. Eight domains
CorreCt Answer: C
Health) – Comprehensive Examination
Question Bank updated 2026/2027 well
written one .
Table of Contents
Section Topic Area Questions
A Foundations of Mental Health Nursing & Professional Practice Q1–Q15
Developing Hope-Inspiring Relationships & Therapeutic
B Q16–Q30
Engagement
C Recovery – Theory, Concepts and Principles Q31–Q45
D Creative Therapies and Self-Awareness Skills Q46–Q55
E Pharmacology and Medication Management Q56–Q70
F Therapeutic Relationships, Communication and Self-Awareness Q71–Q85
G Research for Evidence-Based Nursing and Midwifery Care Q86–Q95
H Social Justice, Discrimination, Labelling and Stigma Q96–Q105
I Health Promotion and Primary Health Care in Mental Health Q106–Q115
,Section Topic Area Questions
J Mental Health Nursing: Politics, Policy and Practice Q116–Q125
K Recovery – Working with Children and Young People Q126–Q135
L General Health Care for Adults with Mental Health Problems Q136–Q145
M Clinical Practice, Assessment and Professional Development Q146–Q150
SECTION A: FOUNDATIONS OF MENTAL HEALTH NURSING & PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
Q1. A newly registered mental health nurse in Ireland is preparing for their first clinical
placement. Which regulatory body governs their professional registration and practice
standards?
A. Health Service Executive (HSE)
B. Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
C. Irish Medical Council
D. Department of Health and Children
CorreCt Answer: B
Rationale: The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) is the statutory regulatory body
for nurses and midwives in Ireland. On successful completion of the BSc Mental Health Nursing
programme at UCC, graduates are recommended to the NMBI for registration as a Psychiatric
Nurse. The HSE is the employer and service provider, not the regulatory body.
Q2. The BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing at University College Cork is offered at which NFQ
level and over what duration?
A. NFQ Level 7, 3 years full-time
B. NFQ Level 8, 4 years full-time
, C. NFQ Level 8, 4 years full-time
D. NFQ Level 9, 4 years full-time
CorreCt Answer: C
Rationale: The BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing at UCC is a four-year full-time
undergraduate programme leading to an NFQ Level 8 Honours Bachelor Degree. The
programme is delivered in partnership with the Health Service Executive (South).
Q3. Which of the following best describes the structure of clinical practice modules in the UCC
Mental Health Nursing programme?
A. 25 hours per week for 4 weeks each year
B. 30 hours per week for 6 weeks each year
C. 35 hours per week for a number of weeks each year
D. 40 hours per week for 12 weeks each year
CorreCt Answer: C
Rationale: Clinical practice modules require students to be in supervised clinical practice in
hospital, community and other healthcare settings for 35 hours per week for a number of weeks
each year. This structure ensures students gain substantial practical experience across diverse
mental health settings.
Q4. A mental health nursing student at UCC fails the Part B practice module in Year 2. According
to programme regulations, what is the consequence?
A. The student may continue to Year 3 with additional supervision
B. The student must repeat only the theory components
C. The student will re-register for the alternative non-clinical Diploma in Health Studies
pathway
D. The student is automatically excluded from the programme
CorreCt Answer: C
Rationale: Students who do not pass the Part B practice module for Year 2 on first and repeat
attempts will re-register for the alternative pathway - the non-clinical Diploma in Health Studies.
This pathway does not confer eligibility to practice as a Registered Nurse.
, Q5. What is the minimum CAO points requirement for entry to the BSc Mental Health Nursing
programme at UCC for the 2025 intake?
A. 350 points
B. 380 points
C. 400 points
D. 450 points
CorreCt Answer: C
Rationale: The CAO points range for 2025 entry to CK720 BSc Mental Health Nursing at UCC was
400 points. This reflects the highly competitive nature of the programme.
Q6. Which of the following is NOT a core first-year module for Mental Health Nursing students
at UCC?
A. NU1042 Developing Hope-Inspiring Relationships and Psychology for Health Care
B. NU1043 Recovery - Theory, Concept and Principles
C. NU1047 Interpersonal Skills for Nursing Practice and Psychology for Healthcare
D. NU1045 Creative Therapies and Self Awareness Skills for Mental Health Nursing
CorreCt Answer: C
Rationale: NU1047 is a module taken by General Nursing and Intellectual Disability Nursing
students, not Mental Health Nursing students. Mental Health Nursing students take NU1042,
NU1043 and NU1045 as their specialist modules.
Q7. According to NMBI standards, how many domains of competence guide the assessment of
nursing students in clinical practice?
A. Four domains
B. Five domains
C. Six domains
D. Eight domains
CorreCt Answer: C
