NR326 WEEKS 1-7 PRACTICE QUESTIONS

A nurse is preparing to implement cognitive reframing techniques for a client who has an anxiety disorder. Which of the following techniques should the nurse include in the plan of care? SATA A. Priority restructuring B. Monitoring thoughts C. Diaphragmatic breathing D. Journal keeping E. Meditation - Answer- A. Priority restructuring B. Monitoring thoughts D. Journal keeping •A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for disulfiram for treatment of alcohol use disorder. The nurse informs the client that this medication can cause nausea and vomiting when alcohol is consumed. Which of the following types of treatment is this method an example? •A. Aversion therapy •B. Flooding •C. Biofeedback •D. Dialectical behavior therapy - Answer- •A. Aversion therapy •A nurse is assisting with systematic desensitization for a client who has an extreme fear of elevators. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement with this form of therapy? A. Demonstrate riding in an elevator, and task the client to imitate the behavior. B. Advise the client to say "stop" out loud every time they begin to feel an anxiety response related to an elevator. C. Gradually expose the client to an elevator while practicing relaxation techniques. D. Stay with the client in an elevator until the anxiety response diminishes. - Answer- C. Gradually expose the client to an elevator while practicing relaxation techniques. A nurse working on an acute mental health unit is admitting a client who has major depressive disorder and comorbid anxiety disorder, history of suicide attempts. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority? A. Placing the client on one‑to‑one observation B. Assisting the client to perform ADLs C. Encouraging the client to participate in counseling D. Teaching the client about medication adverse effects - Answer- A. Placing the client on one‑to‑one observation