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NR 548 Week 2 Questions &
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22 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 22 questions with correct answers and detailed rationales covering psychiatric
and mental health nursing standards. It is suitable for studying, reviewing exam content, and preparing for
certification. The explanations clarify the application of performance standards in PMHNP practice.
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 22
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, The Standards of Practice and Standards of Professional Performance for Psychiatric and Mental Health
Nursing
CORRECT ANSWER
specify the minimum levels of acceptable performance which can legally be used to describe the standard of
care that psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) must demonstrate
-Each standard for the psychiatric mental health registered nurse (PMH-RN) also applies to the PMHNP role
RATIONALE
These standards delineate the legally defensible minimum performance benchmarks for PMHNPs, establishing the
expected standard of care while also incorporating the responsibilities of the PMH-RN. The core principle tested is
the definition and legal standing of professional nursing standards.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 22
17 standards of professional performance
CORRECT ANSWER
Guide PMHNP practice:
Standard 1: Assessment
Standard 2: Diagnosis
Standard 3: Outcomes Identification
Standard 4: Planning
Standard 5: Implementation
Standard 6: Evaluation
Standard 7: Ethics
Standard 8: Cultural Humanity
Standard 9: Communication
Standard 10: Professional Collaboration
Standard 11: Leadership
Standard 12: Education
Standard 13: Evidence-Based Practice and Research
Standard 14: Quality of Practice
Standard 15: Professional Practice Evaluation
Standard 16: Resource Utilization
Standard 17: Environmental Health
RATIONALE
These standards delineate the core competencies and ethical guidelines for psychiatric-mental health nurse
practitioners, encompassing direct patient care, professional development, and systemic contributions. They
provide a framework for ensuring high-quality, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive mental health services.
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