WILKES UNIVERSITY
Graduate Nursing Program
NSG 527 Psychopathology, Theories & Advanced Clinical Modalities
Academic Year: 2025/2026 Final Exam Q-Bank
Wilkes University · College of Health & Sciences
Question 1
Success or failure of individuals in society is dependent upon stability of the:
A. Individual
B. Family
C. Community
D. Healthcare system
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Family
RATIONALE:
The family unit is the primary socializing agent and source of stability for individuals. Success
or failure of individuals in society is dependent upon the stability of the family, as it provides
the foundational support, values, and coping mechanisms that influence individual outcomes.
,Question 2
The two purposes of the family are:
A. Meeting the needs of society and meeting the needs of the individuals in the family
B. Providing economic support and emotional support
C. Raising children and maintaining social order
D. Religious training and cultural transmission
CORRECT ANSWER:
A. Meeting the needs of society and meeting the needs of the individuals in the family
RATIONALE:
The two primary purposes of the family are: 1) meeting the needs of society (e.g., socialization
of children, cultural transmission) and 2) meeting the needs of the individuals within the family
(e.g., emotional support, physical care).
Question 3
Healthy families exhibit the following characteristics according to Beaver and Hampton
EXCEPT:
A. Effective skills for negotiating problems
B. Are clear, open and spontaneous in expressing emotions and decisions
C. Discourage independence in family members
D. Display warmth and closeness toward each other
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Discourage independence in family members
RATIONALE:
Beaver and Hampton identified that healthy families encourage others to be independent, not
discourage independence. Healthy families also display effective problem-solving skills, open
communication, respect for feelings, personal accountability, and warmth.
,Question 4
Stage 1 of Health/Illness and Family Interaction is:
A. Family Appraisal of Symptoms
B. Care Seeking
C. Family Efforts at Health Promotion
D. Acute Response to Illness
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Family Efforts at Health Promotion
RATIONALE:
Stage 1 is Family Efforts at Health Promotion, where lifestyles that affect health (e.g., tobacco
use) are learned in the family. This stage involves health promotion, prevention, and risk
reduction impacted by families.
Question 5
Three causal relationships that can alter family health status include:
A. Marriage, parenthood, and social support systems
B. Divorce, relocation, and unemployment
C. Education, income, and occupation
D. Genetics, environment, and lifestyle
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Marriage, parenthood, and social support systems
RATIONALE:
The three causal relationships that can alter family health status are marriage, parenthood,
and social support systems. These life transitions and support structures significantly impact
family health dynamics.
, Question 6
Stage 2 of Health/Illness and Family Interaction is:
A. Care Seeking
B. Family Appraisal of Symptoms
C. Referral and Obtaining Care
D. Adaptation to Illness and Recovery
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Family Appraisal of Symptoms
RATIONALE:
Stage 2 is Family Appraisal of Symptoms, which begins when a family member has symptoms.
The family interprets and evaluates the significance of the symptoms before deciding on
action.
Question 7
Stage 3 of Health/Illness and Family Interaction is:
A. Family Appraisal of Symptoms
B. Referral and Obtaining Care
C. Care Seeking
D. Acute Response to Illness
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Care Seeking
RATIONALE:
Stage 3 is Care Seeking, where a decision is made to seek medical care. Family members are
consulted for advice and recommendations, which may include home remedies and self-
medication.
Graduate Nursing Program
NSG 527 Psychopathology, Theories & Advanced Clinical Modalities
Academic Year: 2025/2026 Final Exam Q-Bank
Wilkes University · College of Health & Sciences
Question 1
Success or failure of individuals in society is dependent upon stability of the:
A. Individual
B. Family
C. Community
D. Healthcare system
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Family
RATIONALE:
The family unit is the primary socializing agent and source of stability for individuals. Success
or failure of individuals in society is dependent upon the stability of the family, as it provides
the foundational support, values, and coping mechanisms that influence individual outcomes.
,Question 2
The two purposes of the family are:
A. Meeting the needs of society and meeting the needs of the individuals in the family
B. Providing economic support and emotional support
C. Raising children and maintaining social order
D. Religious training and cultural transmission
CORRECT ANSWER:
A. Meeting the needs of society and meeting the needs of the individuals in the family
RATIONALE:
The two primary purposes of the family are: 1) meeting the needs of society (e.g., socialization
of children, cultural transmission) and 2) meeting the needs of the individuals within the family
(e.g., emotional support, physical care).
Question 3
Healthy families exhibit the following characteristics according to Beaver and Hampton
EXCEPT:
A. Effective skills for negotiating problems
B. Are clear, open and spontaneous in expressing emotions and decisions
C. Discourage independence in family members
D. Display warmth and closeness toward each other
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Discourage independence in family members
RATIONALE:
Beaver and Hampton identified that healthy families encourage others to be independent, not
discourage independence. Healthy families also display effective problem-solving skills, open
communication, respect for feelings, personal accountability, and warmth.
,Question 4
Stage 1 of Health/Illness and Family Interaction is:
A. Family Appraisal of Symptoms
B. Care Seeking
C. Family Efforts at Health Promotion
D. Acute Response to Illness
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Family Efforts at Health Promotion
RATIONALE:
Stage 1 is Family Efforts at Health Promotion, where lifestyles that affect health (e.g., tobacco
use) are learned in the family. This stage involves health promotion, prevention, and risk
reduction impacted by families.
Question 5
Three causal relationships that can alter family health status include:
A. Marriage, parenthood, and social support systems
B. Divorce, relocation, and unemployment
C. Education, income, and occupation
D. Genetics, environment, and lifestyle
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Marriage, parenthood, and social support systems
RATIONALE:
The three causal relationships that can alter family health status are marriage, parenthood,
and social support systems. These life transitions and support structures significantly impact
family health dynamics.
, Question 6
Stage 2 of Health/Illness and Family Interaction is:
A. Care Seeking
B. Family Appraisal of Symptoms
C. Referral and Obtaining Care
D. Adaptation to Illness and Recovery
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Family Appraisal of Symptoms
RATIONALE:
Stage 2 is Family Appraisal of Symptoms, which begins when a family member has symptoms.
The family interprets and evaluates the significance of the symptoms before deciding on
action.
Question 7
Stage 3 of Health/Illness and Family Interaction is:
A. Family Appraisal of Symptoms
B. Referral and Obtaining Care
C. Care Seeking
D. Acute Response to Illness
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Care Seeking
RATIONALE:
Stage 3 is Care Seeking, where a decision is made to seek medical care. Family members are
consulted for advice and recommendations, which may include home remedies and self-
medication.
