PN Mental Health Final Questions (Guaranteed Pass!)

Which of the following therapies does not foster awareness, but emphasizes the principles of learning with positive or negative reinforcement? a. behavioral therapy b. psychodynamic therapy c. humanistic therapy d. cognitive behavioral therapy correct answers a. behavioral therapy Serious issues with the elderly who are prescribed psychotropic medications include a. increased risk of cumulative effects b. lack of research in the area of psychotropic medication side effects c. guidelines limit the use of psychotropic medications for older adults d. psychotropic medications are the cause of all falls in the elderly correct answers a. increased risk of cumulative effects One of the most important ingredients of the therapeutic relationship is a. empathy b. critical thinking c. maintaining social distancing d. establishing ground rules correct answers a. empathy Which of the following is FALSE regarding telemental health? a. It is the best method for use with children and adolescents b. it is cost effective c. It may lack the ability to establish an effective rapport d. it is generally available 24 hours per day correct answers a. It is the best method for use with children and adolescents The role of the nurse working with mental health patients is to a. monitor behaviors b. perform psychological testing c. conduct psychotherapy sessions d. assist with electroconvulsive therapy procedures correct answers a. monitor behaviors The therapy which centers on the client's view of the world and his or her problems is a. humanistic therapy b. psychodynamic therapy c. behavioral therapy d. cognitive behavioral therapy correct answers a. humanistic therapy Which therapy is based on a cognitive model that focuses on identifying and correcting distorted thinking patterns that can lead to emotional distress and problem behaviors? a. cognitive behavioral therapy b. psychodynamic therapy c. humanistic therapy