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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS Psychiatric Nursing Concepts and care

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Certainly, here are 20 multiple-choice questions with correct answers based on the provided content:



1. Which group of individuals is more likely to complete suicide according to the information provided?

a) Adolescents

b) Older adults

c) Females

d) Children



**Correct answer: b) Older adults**



2. What is a common risk factor for suicide mentioned in the content?

a) Lack of education

b) Recent graduation from school

c) Chronic or painful illnesses

d) Frequent socialization



**Correct answer: c) Chronic or painful illnesses**



3. What is the purpose of having a client make a written contract not to harm themselves?

a) To create legal documentation

b) To punish the client for self-destructive thoughts

c) To provide an alternative plan of coping

d) To increase the client's guilt and shame



**Correct answer: c) To provide an alternative plan of coping**

,4. What should the nurse encourage the client to include in their diet if constipation is an issue?

a) Dairy products

b) High-sugar foods

c) Increased fiber and fluids

d) Processed foods



**Correct answer: c) Increased fiber and fluids**



5. What is a recommended approach to promote expression of feelings in a depressed client?

a) Discourage any expression of negative emotions

b) Avoid discussing emotions altogether

c) Convey a kind and interested approach

d) Provide solutions and advice for the client's problems



**Correct answer: c) Convey a kind and interested approach**



6. Why is structure important for socialization activities in depressed clients?

a) It helps clients avoid social interactions

b) It prevents clients from participating in activities

c) It enhances clients' decision-making ability

d) It provides a sense of organization and purpose



**Correct answer: d) It provides a sense of organization and purpose**

, 7. Which therapeutic approach involves using electric shock to induce a grand mal seizure?

a) Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

b) Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

c) Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

d) Play therapy



**Correct answer: a) Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)**



8. What is a prepsychotic personality characteristic of individuals with schizophrenia?

a) High levels of sociability

b) Excessive self-confidence

c) Peculiar behavior

d) Overwhelming happiness



**Correct answer: c) Peculiar behavior**



9. Which aspect of thought processes is often disturbed in individuals with schizophrenia?

a) Logical and organized thinking

b) Clear and concise communication

c) Magical thinking

d) Confused and chaotic thinking



**Correct answer: d) Confused and chaotic thinking**



10. What type of affect is commonly observed in individuals with schizophrenia?

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