N330 - Practice Questions with correct answers
Which of the following symptoms of schizophrenia are categorized as
psycho motor behavior? select all that apply.
1. emotional ambivalence
2. posturing
3. waxy flexibility
4. anergia
5. apathy Correct Answer-2, 3, 4
The physician has ordered a Cholinesterase inhibitor medication for the
client with dementia. The family asks if this medication will cure the
client. The best response by the nurse is which of the following?
1. cholinesterase inhibitors shorten the early stages of Alzheimer's
disease
2. cholinesterase inhibitors can have positive effects when used in the
early stages of Alzheimer's disease by slowing disease progression
3. cholinesterase inhibitors eradicate some of the symptoms associated
with Alzheimer's disease
4. the drug should be taken on an empty stomach Correct Answer-2
The paitent has been admitted to the hospital for treatment of
schizoprenia. The client's mother says to the nurse "This is all so
confusing. How did he get this? Did I do something?" select all that
apply.
,1. "Schizophrenia is linked to drinking alcohol during pregnancy."
2. "Research indicates that genetics may be a factor in the development
of schizophrenia."
3. "Schizophrenia is a biological brain disorder."
4. "Schizophrenia is due to too much dopamine in certain parts of the
brain."
5. "Research indicates that a very stressful environment causes
schizophrenia." Correct Answer-2, 3, 4
A client is diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD) and is prescribed atomoxetine HCL (Strattera). What is the
advantage of taking this medication?
1. Straterra is safe to take when a client has cardio-vascular disease
2. clients diagnosed with bipolar disorder can also be prescribed
atomoxetine
3. it is not necessary to monitor for suicidal ideations with this
medication.
4. Risk for abuse or misuse is low Correct Answer-4
the family of a child who is experiencing attention deficit hyperactivity
disorder tells the nurse that they are having difficulty dealing with the
child's behavior at home. The nurse teaches the family which of the
following techniques to help manage the child at home?
, 1. put the child in the yard to exercise and run to tire the child.
2. punish unwanted behaviors
3. invite the neighborhood children over to play
4. have routines for eating, sleeping, and recreation Correct Answer-4
A nurse is preparing an educational program for residents of an assisted
living facility regarding methods for coping with age-associated
cognitive changes. Which of the following information should the nurse
include? select all.
1. using assistive devices such as a pillbox for medication
2. seeking out opportunities/experiences with excessive stimulus, as this
will help train the mind to cope appropriately
3. being open and honest with family members about current state of
cognition
4. making lists, posting appointments on calendars, and writing notes to
self
5. keeping the mind active by doing things like playing bridge,
completing a crossword puzzle, reading daily Correct Answer-1, 3, 4, 5
An elderly, hypertensive client, diagnosed with dementia is admitted to a
long term care facility. The admit nurse when reviewing the client's
medication list should call the health care provider to question which
medication order?
1. citalopram (Celexa)
Which of the following symptoms of schizophrenia are categorized as
psycho motor behavior? select all that apply.
1. emotional ambivalence
2. posturing
3. waxy flexibility
4. anergia
5. apathy Correct Answer-2, 3, 4
The physician has ordered a Cholinesterase inhibitor medication for the
client with dementia. The family asks if this medication will cure the
client. The best response by the nurse is which of the following?
1. cholinesterase inhibitors shorten the early stages of Alzheimer's
disease
2. cholinesterase inhibitors can have positive effects when used in the
early stages of Alzheimer's disease by slowing disease progression
3. cholinesterase inhibitors eradicate some of the symptoms associated
with Alzheimer's disease
4. the drug should be taken on an empty stomach Correct Answer-2
The paitent has been admitted to the hospital for treatment of
schizoprenia. The client's mother says to the nurse "This is all so
confusing. How did he get this? Did I do something?" select all that
apply.
,1. "Schizophrenia is linked to drinking alcohol during pregnancy."
2. "Research indicates that genetics may be a factor in the development
of schizophrenia."
3. "Schizophrenia is a biological brain disorder."
4. "Schizophrenia is due to too much dopamine in certain parts of the
brain."
5. "Research indicates that a very stressful environment causes
schizophrenia." Correct Answer-2, 3, 4
A client is diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD) and is prescribed atomoxetine HCL (Strattera). What is the
advantage of taking this medication?
1. Straterra is safe to take when a client has cardio-vascular disease
2. clients diagnosed with bipolar disorder can also be prescribed
atomoxetine
3. it is not necessary to monitor for suicidal ideations with this
medication.
4. Risk for abuse or misuse is low Correct Answer-4
the family of a child who is experiencing attention deficit hyperactivity
disorder tells the nurse that they are having difficulty dealing with the
child's behavior at home. The nurse teaches the family which of the
following techniques to help manage the child at home?
, 1. put the child in the yard to exercise and run to tire the child.
2. punish unwanted behaviors
3. invite the neighborhood children over to play
4. have routines for eating, sleeping, and recreation Correct Answer-4
A nurse is preparing an educational program for residents of an assisted
living facility regarding methods for coping with age-associated
cognitive changes. Which of the following information should the nurse
include? select all.
1. using assistive devices such as a pillbox for medication
2. seeking out opportunities/experiences with excessive stimulus, as this
will help train the mind to cope appropriately
3. being open and honest with family members about current state of
cognition
4. making lists, posting appointments on calendars, and writing notes to
self
5. keeping the mind active by doing things like playing bridge,
completing a crossword puzzle, reading daily Correct Answer-1, 3, 4, 5
An elderly, hypertensive client, diagnosed with dementia is admitted to a
long term care facility. The admit nurse when reviewing the client's
medication list should call the health care provider to question which
medication order?
1. citalopram (Celexa)
