HERZING UNIVERSITY MENTAL HEALTH
FINAL EXAM 2025/2026 WITH 100%
ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. Discuss the implications of command hallucinations in mental health
treatment.
Command hallucinations indicate a higher level of intelligence in
individuals.
Command hallucinations can lead to dangerous behaviors if the
individual feels compelled to follow the orders.
Command hallucinations are only relevant in cases of addiction.
Command hallucinations are harmless and do not affect
treatment outcomes.
2. What are the three components of a nursing diagnosis?
Symptoms, history, treatment plan
Problem, etiology, signs and symptoms
Diagnosis, treatment, outcome
Assessment, intervention, evaluation
3. Describe how alcoholism contributes to the development of liver
cirrhosis.
Alcoholism only affects the brain and does not influence liver
conditions.
Alcoholism leads to liver cirrhosis through the accumulation of
fat and toxins in the liver, causing inflammation and scarring.
Alcoholism has no direct impact on liver health and cirrhosis is
,caused solely by viral infections.
Alcoholism causes liver cirrhosis by directly damaging liver cells
without any inflammation.
,4. Describe what a situational crisis entails and how it differs from other
types of crises in mental health.
A situational crisis is a type of crisis that only occurs in children
during developmental stages.
A situational crisis is a planned event that individuals prepare for,
unlike psychological crises that are spontaneous.
A situational crisis refers to a gradual buildup of stressors over
time, unlike emotional crises that are sudden.
A situational crisis involves unexpected external events that
disrupt an individual's life, differing from developmental crises
that are expected life transitions.
5. Inpatient psychiatric admission is reserved for patients who are:
Borderline, Suicidal, or Homicidal
Extremely disabled, Homicidal or Suicidal
Schizophrenic, Homicidal or Extremely disabled
Suicidal, Homeless or Extremely disabled
6. What is the definition of optimism in the context of mental health?
believing in fate
experiencing frequent mood swings
having a positive outlook
feeling anxious about the future
7. How does cultural desire contribute to effective patient care in nursing?
Cultural desire emphasizes the importance of following strict
medical protocols regardless of cultural context.
, Cultural desire is primarily about the nurse's personal beliefs and
values.
Cultural desire focuses solely on understanding medical
terminology in different languages.
Cultural desire fosters empathy and genuine concern for
patients, enhancing the therapeutic relationship.
8. Describe how transference can affect the nurse-patient relationship in
therapy.
Transference causes the nurse to lose objectivity in treatment.
Transference has no impact on the therapeutic relationship.
Transference can lead to the patient projecting feelings onto
the nurse, which may influence their interactions and
therapeutic progress.
Transference only occurs in group therapy settings.
9. If a nurse experiences countertransference while caring for a client,
what is the best course of action?
Discuss personal feelings with the client to build rapport.
Ignore the feelings and continue with the treatment plan.
Change the client's treatment plan based on personal feelings.
Seek supervision or consultation to address the feelings and
maintain professionalism.
10. Why is cultural awareness important for nurses when providing care?
Cultural awareness helps nurses understand and respect
diverse patient backgrounds, improving communication and
care.
Cultural awareness allows nurses to ignore cultural differences.
FINAL EXAM 2025/2026 WITH 100%
ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. Discuss the implications of command hallucinations in mental health
treatment.
Command hallucinations indicate a higher level of intelligence in
individuals.
Command hallucinations can lead to dangerous behaviors if the
individual feels compelled to follow the orders.
Command hallucinations are only relevant in cases of addiction.
Command hallucinations are harmless and do not affect
treatment outcomes.
2. What are the three components of a nursing diagnosis?
Symptoms, history, treatment plan
Problem, etiology, signs and symptoms
Diagnosis, treatment, outcome
Assessment, intervention, evaluation
3. Describe how alcoholism contributes to the development of liver
cirrhosis.
Alcoholism only affects the brain and does not influence liver
conditions.
Alcoholism leads to liver cirrhosis through the accumulation of
fat and toxins in the liver, causing inflammation and scarring.
Alcoholism has no direct impact on liver health and cirrhosis is
,caused solely by viral infections.
Alcoholism causes liver cirrhosis by directly damaging liver cells
without any inflammation.
,4. Describe what a situational crisis entails and how it differs from other
types of crises in mental health.
A situational crisis is a type of crisis that only occurs in children
during developmental stages.
A situational crisis is a planned event that individuals prepare for,
unlike psychological crises that are spontaneous.
A situational crisis refers to a gradual buildup of stressors over
time, unlike emotional crises that are sudden.
A situational crisis involves unexpected external events that
disrupt an individual's life, differing from developmental crises
that are expected life transitions.
5. Inpatient psychiatric admission is reserved for patients who are:
Borderline, Suicidal, or Homicidal
Extremely disabled, Homicidal or Suicidal
Schizophrenic, Homicidal or Extremely disabled
Suicidal, Homeless or Extremely disabled
6. What is the definition of optimism in the context of mental health?
believing in fate
experiencing frequent mood swings
having a positive outlook
feeling anxious about the future
7. How does cultural desire contribute to effective patient care in nursing?
Cultural desire emphasizes the importance of following strict
medical protocols regardless of cultural context.
, Cultural desire is primarily about the nurse's personal beliefs and
values.
Cultural desire focuses solely on understanding medical
terminology in different languages.
Cultural desire fosters empathy and genuine concern for
patients, enhancing the therapeutic relationship.
8. Describe how transference can affect the nurse-patient relationship in
therapy.
Transference causes the nurse to lose objectivity in treatment.
Transference has no impact on the therapeutic relationship.
Transference can lead to the patient projecting feelings onto
the nurse, which may influence their interactions and
therapeutic progress.
Transference only occurs in group therapy settings.
9. If a nurse experiences countertransference while caring for a client,
what is the best course of action?
Discuss personal feelings with the client to build rapport.
Ignore the feelings and continue with the treatment plan.
Change the client's treatment plan based on personal feelings.
Seek supervision or consultation to address the feelings and
maintain professionalism.
10. Why is cultural awareness important for nurses when providing care?
Cultural awareness helps nurses understand and respect
diverse patient backgrounds, improving communication and
care.
Cultural awareness allows nurses to ignore cultural differences.
