Psychiatric Mental Health
Nursing ACTUAL Exam 1
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What is Resilience characterized by? - ANSWER-optimism
sense of mastery
competence
essential to recovery
, When does NMS usually occur? - ANSWER-after beginning meds
What are signs and symptoms of NMS? - ANSWER-increased vital signs, flushed face,
fever, muscle rigidity, elevated WBC & CPK, altered consciousness
What is the treatment for NMS? - ANSWER-1-stop antipsychotic
2-transfer to med unit
3-maintain hydration
4-correct electrolyte imbalance
5-treat palliatively
What is the treatment for Tardive Dyskinesia? - ANSWER-no known treatment
What is an example of Mental Illness? - ANSWER-suicide bombers in the Middle East,
anorexia nervosa in the West
Define Recovery. - ANSWER-process of changing through which individuals improve
their health & wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential
How should a psychiatric nurse take assessment? - ANSWER--establish rapport
-understand current problem
-review physical status/baseline vital signs
-assess risk factors/safety of pt. and others
-perform mental status exam (MSE)
-assess psychosocial status
-identify mutual goals
-formulate plan of care
How should the nurse prepare for the Interview? - ANSWER-Pace- let pt. set the pace
Setting-enhance clients security
Seating-not face to face, 90 degrees is better, less intimidating
Introductions- tell them who you are & purpose of meeting
Initiating the Interview- open ended questions
What is a general rule of eye contact during an interview? - ANSWER-appropriate for
nurses to maintain eye contact when the pt. speaks and less eye contact when the
nurse speaks
What is the Intimate distance in an interview? - ANSWER-0-18 inches (trust most/feel
safe with)
What is the Personal distance in an Interview? - ANSWER-18-40 inches
(friends/colleagues)
Nursing ACTUAL Exam 1
LATEST 2025-2026 WITH
QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS GRADED A+
GUARANTEED 100%
PASS
What is Resilience characterized by? - ANSWER-optimism
sense of mastery
competence
essential to recovery
, When does NMS usually occur? - ANSWER-after beginning meds
What are signs and symptoms of NMS? - ANSWER-increased vital signs, flushed face,
fever, muscle rigidity, elevated WBC & CPK, altered consciousness
What is the treatment for NMS? - ANSWER-1-stop antipsychotic
2-transfer to med unit
3-maintain hydration
4-correct electrolyte imbalance
5-treat palliatively
What is the treatment for Tardive Dyskinesia? - ANSWER-no known treatment
What is an example of Mental Illness? - ANSWER-suicide bombers in the Middle East,
anorexia nervosa in the West
Define Recovery. - ANSWER-process of changing through which individuals improve
their health & wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential
How should a psychiatric nurse take assessment? - ANSWER--establish rapport
-understand current problem
-review physical status/baseline vital signs
-assess risk factors/safety of pt. and others
-perform mental status exam (MSE)
-assess psychosocial status
-identify mutual goals
-formulate plan of care
How should the nurse prepare for the Interview? - ANSWER-Pace- let pt. set the pace
Setting-enhance clients security
Seating-not face to face, 90 degrees is better, less intimidating
Introductions- tell them who you are & purpose of meeting
Initiating the Interview- open ended questions
What is a general rule of eye contact during an interview? - ANSWER-appropriate for
nurses to maintain eye contact when the pt. speaks and less eye contact when the
nurse speaks
What is the Intimate distance in an interview? - ANSWER-0-18 inches (trust most/feel
safe with)
What is the Personal distance in an Interview? - ANSWER-18-40 inches
(friends/colleagues)
