PMHNP ANCC EXAM ACTUAL EXAM SCRIPT
2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Methodological Congruence.
Answer: The researcher presents the philosophical and
methodological approach used and cites references to support their
approach. The subjects, sampling method, data-gathering and data-
analysis strategies, and processes for informed consent are clearly
and concisely described.
◉ Theoretical Conectedness.
Answer: Any theory developed from the study is clearly stated,
logically consistent, reflective of the data, and in accord with other
available knowledge.
◉ Analytical Precision.
Answer: Is not concerned with statistics and instruments. If refers to
the decision-making process by which the researchers synthesize
concrete data (words of the subjects) into an abstract that clarifies
the meaning and the importance of the study. The last of the 5
criteria is Heuristic Relevance - The researcher clarifies the
significance of the study, its applicability to public health or
community nursing, and its likely influence o the future research.
,◉ Phenelzine.
Answer: An MAOI that patients with atypical depression respond
particularly well to.
◉ Atomoxetine.
Answer: A norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor approved for the
treatment of ADHD.
◉ Loxapine.
Answer: A typical, tetracyclic antipsychotic with antidepressant
properties. Its active metabolite is amoxapine, which is a secondary
amine tricyclic antidepressant.
◉ HITECH.
Answer: Implementation of EHR for information exchanges and
improving population health. This was done by Obama and the
ARRA.
◉ Suppression.
Answer: The intentional or conscious exclusion of painful or
disturbing thoughts or emotions from awareness.
A healthy defense mechanism because the client channels conflicting
energies into growth-promoting activities.
,◉ Medications that can induce depression.
Answer: beta blockers, steroids, interferon, Accutane,
benzodiazepines, progesterone, some antivirals, and
antineoplasmics.
◉ Medications that can induce mania.
Answer: Steroids, Isoniazid, antidepressants (in people who already
have bipolar disorder), and Antabuse.
◉ Medigap Insurance Policies.
Answer: Private insurance policies purchased by elderly individuals
to cover some or all of their medical expenses not paid for by
Medicare.
◉ Medicare Advantage Plan.
Answer: Formerly Medicare + Choice, this created regional Preferred
Provider Organizations (PPOs) and gave Medicare enrollees the
option of enrolling in private insurance plans.
◉ Medicare + Choice.
Answer: Was a part of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997 that
significantly increase the number of managed care insurance plans
, available to recipients. This was replaced with the Medicare
Advantage Plan in 200.
◉ List of the Second Generation (atypical) Antipsychotics (9).
Answer: Clozaril (clozapine), Zyprexa (olanzapine), Latuda
(lurasidone), ziprasidone, Risperdal (risperidone), Invega Sustenna
(palperidone), Fanapt (iloperidone), Seroquel (quetiapine), Saphris
(asenapine),
◉ List of First Generation (typical) Antipsychotics (10).
Answer: Haldol (haloperidol), Prolixin (fluphenazine), Navane
(thiothixene), Thorazine (chlorpromazine), Loxitane (loxapine),
Mellaril (thioridazine), Trilafon (perphenazine), Orap (pimozide),
Solian amisulpride), Stellazine (trifluoperazine)
◉ List the 6 common benzodiazepines in order from shortest to
longest half-life.
Answer: Xanax (alprazolam): 6-10 hrs
Serax (oxazepam): 8 hrs
Ativan (lorazepam): 12-18 hrs
Klonopin (clonazepam): 30-40 hrs
Valium (diazepam): 100 hrs
Librium (chlordiazepoxide): 36-200 hrs
2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Methodological Congruence.
Answer: The researcher presents the philosophical and
methodological approach used and cites references to support their
approach. The subjects, sampling method, data-gathering and data-
analysis strategies, and processes for informed consent are clearly
and concisely described.
◉ Theoretical Conectedness.
Answer: Any theory developed from the study is clearly stated,
logically consistent, reflective of the data, and in accord with other
available knowledge.
◉ Analytical Precision.
Answer: Is not concerned with statistics and instruments. If refers to
the decision-making process by which the researchers synthesize
concrete data (words of the subjects) into an abstract that clarifies
the meaning and the importance of the study. The last of the 5
criteria is Heuristic Relevance - The researcher clarifies the
significance of the study, its applicability to public health or
community nursing, and its likely influence o the future research.
,◉ Phenelzine.
Answer: An MAOI that patients with atypical depression respond
particularly well to.
◉ Atomoxetine.
Answer: A norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor approved for the
treatment of ADHD.
◉ Loxapine.
Answer: A typical, tetracyclic antipsychotic with antidepressant
properties. Its active metabolite is amoxapine, which is a secondary
amine tricyclic antidepressant.
◉ HITECH.
Answer: Implementation of EHR for information exchanges and
improving population health. This was done by Obama and the
ARRA.
◉ Suppression.
Answer: The intentional or conscious exclusion of painful or
disturbing thoughts or emotions from awareness.
A healthy defense mechanism because the client channels conflicting
energies into growth-promoting activities.
,◉ Medications that can induce depression.
Answer: beta blockers, steroids, interferon, Accutane,
benzodiazepines, progesterone, some antivirals, and
antineoplasmics.
◉ Medications that can induce mania.
Answer: Steroids, Isoniazid, antidepressants (in people who already
have bipolar disorder), and Antabuse.
◉ Medigap Insurance Policies.
Answer: Private insurance policies purchased by elderly individuals
to cover some or all of their medical expenses not paid for by
Medicare.
◉ Medicare Advantage Plan.
Answer: Formerly Medicare + Choice, this created regional Preferred
Provider Organizations (PPOs) and gave Medicare enrollees the
option of enrolling in private insurance plans.
◉ Medicare + Choice.
Answer: Was a part of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997 that
significantly increase the number of managed care insurance plans
, available to recipients. This was replaced with the Medicare
Advantage Plan in 200.
◉ List of the Second Generation (atypical) Antipsychotics (9).
Answer: Clozaril (clozapine), Zyprexa (olanzapine), Latuda
(lurasidone), ziprasidone, Risperdal (risperidone), Invega Sustenna
(palperidone), Fanapt (iloperidone), Seroquel (quetiapine), Saphris
(asenapine),
◉ List of First Generation (typical) Antipsychotics (10).
Answer: Haldol (haloperidol), Prolixin (fluphenazine), Navane
(thiothixene), Thorazine (chlorpromazine), Loxitane (loxapine),
Mellaril (thioridazine), Trilafon (perphenazine), Orap (pimozide),
Solian amisulpride), Stellazine (trifluoperazine)
◉ List the 6 common benzodiazepines in order from shortest to
longest half-life.
Answer: Xanax (alprazolam): 6-10 hrs
Serax (oxazepam): 8 hrs
Ativan (lorazepam): 12-18 hrs
Klonopin (clonazepam): 30-40 hrs
Valium (diazepam): 100 hrs
Librium (chlordiazepoxide): 36-200 hrs
