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TEST BANK FOR ANCC PMHNP PSYCH-MENTAL HEALTH NEWEST
2025 ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
Which of the following acts have provided the greatest protection for the
individual not to lose or be denied health insurance coverage?
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
OSHA
ISPN
None of the above - Correct Answer:
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
The other 3 options above are incorrect.
For several decades now, the ANA (American Nurses Association) has
been working and advocating for reforms that will help to guarantee
the access of high-quality health care. This act has helped millions of
people, but ANA recognizes the fact that this debate is far from being
over. The ANA is dedicated to educating the nursing public about the
changing systems and their impacts on people's lives and the nursing
profession.
Which of the following is an example of Western alternative medical
systems?
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TCM (traditional Chinese medicine)
naturopathy
ayurveda
acupuncture - Correct answer:
naturopathy
Naturopathy and homeopathy are examples of Western alternative
medical systems. Naturopathy emphasizes health restoration rather
than disease treatment and combines nutrition, homeopathy,
therapeutic counseling and other therapies. The underlying belief is
that the individual assumes responsibility for his or her recovery.
What is NOT a sign of alcohol intoxication?
Nystagmus
Mood lability
The face has pale skin.
Aggressive impulses - Correct Answer:
The face has pale skin.
A flushed face is a sign of alcohol intoxication. Other signs include
disinhibition of sexual impulses, impaired judgment, and impaired
occupational functioning.
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In terms of styles of leadership in therapeutic groups, which type of leader
encourages individual creativity and group cohesiveness?
autocratic
democratic
laissez-faire
psychotherapeutic - Correct Answer:
democratic
There are three main styles of group leadership: autocratic,
democratic, and laissez-faire. A democratic leadership style focuses on
the members of the group. Members are encouraged to participate fully
in problem-solving of issues that relate to the group. This type of leader
encourages individual creativity and group cohesiveness.
All of the following are considered to be types of family structures except?
Nuclear family
Behavioral family
Blended family
Extended family - Correct Answer:
Behavioral family
The major types of family structures are:
Nuclear family
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Blended family
Extended family
Single-parent family
Other familial systems
What would NOT be an appropriate way to deal with a patient in the
psychiatric unit who is prone to protracted angry outbursts?
Using reassuring touch
Determining the source of the patient's anger
Remaining calm
Setting verbal limits on behavior - Correct answer: Using reassuring touch
This would not be appropriate for interacting with an angry patient.
When coping with an angry patient, don't shout or argue with the client
and avoid touching the client or invading the client's space. This can
escalate the anger. Touching the client can be threatening and make
them feel cornered. This may result in retaliation.
N-STAT is an ANA program that does which of the following?
unifies nurses' political voices
recommends nursing health policies
assures a safe workplace for nurses
TEST BANK FOR ANCC PMHNP PSYCH-MENTAL HEALTH NEWEST
2025 ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
Which of the following acts have provided the greatest protection for the
individual not to lose or be denied health insurance coverage?
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
OSHA
ISPN
None of the above - Correct Answer:
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
The other 3 options above are incorrect.
For several decades now, the ANA (American Nurses Association) has
been working and advocating for reforms that will help to guarantee
the access of high-quality health care. This act has helped millions of
people, but ANA recognizes the fact that this debate is far from being
over. The ANA is dedicated to educating the nursing public about the
changing systems and their impacts on people's lives and the nursing
profession.
Which of the following is an example of Western alternative medical
systems?
,2|Page
TCM (traditional Chinese medicine)
naturopathy
ayurveda
acupuncture - Correct answer:
naturopathy
Naturopathy and homeopathy are examples of Western alternative
medical systems. Naturopathy emphasizes health restoration rather
than disease treatment and combines nutrition, homeopathy,
therapeutic counseling and other therapies. The underlying belief is
that the individual assumes responsibility for his or her recovery.
What is NOT a sign of alcohol intoxication?
Nystagmus
Mood lability
The face has pale skin.
Aggressive impulses - Correct Answer:
The face has pale skin.
A flushed face is a sign of alcohol intoxication. Other signs include
disinhibition of sexual impulses, impaired judgment, and impaired
occupational functioning.
,3|Page
In terms of styles of leadership in therapeutic groups, which type of leader
encourages individual creativity and group cohesiveness?
autocratic
democratic
laissez-faire
psychotherapeutic - Correct Answer:
democratic
There are three main styles of group leadership: autocratic,
democratic, and laissez-faire. A democratic leadership style focuses on
the members of the group. Members are encouraged to participate fully
in problem-solving of issues that relate to the group. This type of leader
encourages individual creativity and group cohesiveness.
All of the following are considered to be types of family structures except?
Nuclear family
Behavioral family
Blended family
Extended family - Correct Answer:
Behavioral family
The major types of family structures are:
Nuclear family
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Blended family
Extended family
Single-parent family
Other familial systems
What would NOT be an appropriate way to deal with a patient in the
psychiatric unit who is prone to protracted angry outbursts?
Using reassuring touch
Determining the source of the patient's anger
Remaining calm
Setting verbal limits on behavior - Correct answer: Using reassuring touch
This would not be appropriate for interacting with an angry patient.
When coping with an angry patient, don't shout or argue with the client
and avoid touching the client or invading the client's space. This can
escalate the anger. Touching the client can be threatening and make
them feel cornered. This may result in retaliation.
N-STAT is an ANA program that does which of the following?
unifies nurses' political voices
recommends nursing health policies
assures a safe workplace for nurses
