vSim Mental Health Linda Waterfall pre/post quiz Rated A

vSim Mental Health Linda Waterfall pre/post quiz Rated A What characteristics are associated with anxiety? (select all that apply) A reaction to internal or external stimuli A vague feeling of apprehension A feeling that is unavoidable in life What are the positive functions associated with "normal anxiety"? (Select all that apply) It serves to motivate the individual to take action It serves to bring about a solution to a problem It triggers action to resolve an existing crisis Which of the following best defines "normal anxiety"? Dread that is appropriate to the situation in intensity and duration Which physiological response describes an individual preparing to defend himself or herself against a perceived stressor? Fight-or-flight What is a characteristic of moderate anxiety? Concentrating independently is difficult Which statement below is true only of the panic stage of anxiety? Learning is impossible Which anxiety-related assessment tool is administered by a healthcare professional? Hamilton Rating Scale for Anxiety Which individual characteristic has the greatest influence on one's personal health beliefs and practices? Culture Which response by the nurse would best address Ms. Waterfall's doubts about the effectiveness of relaxation techniques to help manage her anxiety? "The exercises will help you regain your sense of calmness so you can better address your health concerns." Which statement made by a nurse best demonstrates an understanding of cultural competence relating to mental health issues? "It's easy to forget, but not all members of a cultural group always think alike." Which interventions should the nurse implement initially to help establish a therapeutic rapport with Ms. Waterfall when she is demonstrating anxiety-related behaviors? (Select all that apply.) Clarify understanding of her concerns Present reflective responses to show interest. Ask open-ended questions to confirm and clarify her statements. Actively listen to her as she describes her concerns. Which factors should the nurse consider when determining what influenced the state of Ms. Waterfall's perceived crisis? (Select all that apply.) Her cultural belief in the power of a medicine bundle Physical distance from her family Her pre-existing cancer diagnosis Circumstances surrounding her mother's death What is the basic foundation for the nurse's response to the high degree of importance Ms. Waterfall places on her missing medicine bundle? Her feelings and beliefs should be accepted without judgement. Which intervention best demonstrates the nurse acting as an advocate for Ms. Waterfall as she experiences an emotional crisis regarding her impending surgery? Effectively communicating to Ms. Waterfall's surgeon her wish to delay surgery. Which interventions demonstrate advocacy for Ms. Waterfall's decision to delay surgery? (Select all that apply.) Make all interventions focus on Ms. Waterfall Present the information to her in a clear, concise manner Provide all appropriate information she requests Which signs and symptoms would indicate that Ms. Waterfall is experiencing a myocardial infarction (MI)? (Select all that apply.) Diaphoresis Vomiting Substernal pain Nausea Which nursing intervention would be most effective for assessing Ms. Waterfall's anxiety level? Encouraging her to express her feeling and concerns Which of Ms. Waterfall's behaviors of characteristics does the Hamilton Rating Scale for Anxiety consider? (Select all that apply.) Her statement, "I can't breathe" That she is pacing about the room Her statement, "I feel like I'm going to die"