NFDN 2007 Midterm Exam With Actual Questions And
Verified Detailed Answers
Neurotransmitters - Answer chemical messengers that cross the synaptic gaps between
neurons.
Cholinergic Receptor - Answer a nerve receptor that is stimulated by acetylcholine
Biogenic Amines (Bioamines) - Answer consist of small molecules that contain an amine
group:
dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine, serotonin, histamine.
Most central to current reasons of psychiatric disorders
Dopamine - Answer excitatory transmitter
lower levels = parkinson's - shakiness/trembling
higher levels = schizophrenia - emotions/auditory hallucinations
Norepinephrine Excitatory transmitter, play a major role in mood states
Decreased levels = depression
Higher levels = mania
Fight or flight respone
Epinephrine Few neurons use it. Mostly located in the pons and medulla
Serotonin Affects mood, hunger, sleep and arousal. Undersupply linked to depression.
, Oversupply linked to mania. Dysfunction of pathways = OCD
Gamma - Aminobutyric Acid (GABA)
CPMHN standard I - Response Provides competent professional care, by the
development of therapeutic relationship. In that relationship, which is based on trust
and mutual respect, acknowledges the impact of culture, language and ethnicity of the
client.
CPMHN Standard II - Response conducts client assessments, planning is done in
collaboration with the client and other members of health care team for a holistic
approach. Documents and analyzes baseline data.
CPMHN Standard III-The response utilises evidence-based interventions to deliver safe
and effective nursing care. Assists and educates clients to select choices that support
positive changes in their life.
CPMHN Standard IV-The response effectively manages rapidly changing situations,
monitor client's safety, knows resources required to manage actual and potential crisis.
CPMHN standard V- the response intervenes through the teaching-coaching function,
determines client's learning needs through a collaborative process, and is active in
health promotion.
CPMHN standard VI-the response monitors and ensures the quality of health care
practices, identifies workplace attitudes and beliefs that may affect the nurse's ability to
perform duties in a safe manner.
CPMHN standard VII - Response practices within organizational and work-role
structure. Works in partnership with clients, families, and other stakeholders to
facilitate a safe supportive environment for all people.
Psychiatric Assessment purpose - Response build rapport, health history, physical
Verified Detailed Answers
Neurotransmitters - Answer chemical messengers that cross the synaptic gaps between
neurons.
Cholinergic Receptor - Answer a nerve receptor that is stimulated by acetylcholine
Biogenic Amines (Bioamines) - Answer consist of small molecules that contain an amine
group:
dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine, serotonin, histamine.
Most central to current reasons of psychiatric disorders
Dopamine - Answer excitatory transmitter
lower levels = parkinson's - shakiness/trembling
higher levels = schizophrenia - emotions/auditory hallucinations
Norepinephrine Excitatory transmitter, play a major role in mood states
Decreased levels = depression
Higher levels = mania
Fight or flight respone
Epinephrine Few neurons use it. Mostly located in the pons and medulla
Serotonin Affects mood, hunger, sleep and arousal. Undersupply linked to depression.
, Oversupply linked to mania. Dysfunction of pathways = OCD
Gamma - Aminobutyric Acid (GABA)
CPMHN standard I - Response Provides competent professional care, by the
development of therapeutic relationship. In that relationship, which is based on trust
and mutual respect, acknowledges the impact of culture, language and ethnicity of the
client.
CPMHN Standard II - Response conducts client assessments, planning is done in
collaboration with the client and other members of health care team for a holistic
approach. Documents and analyzes baseline data.
CPMHN Standard III-The response utilises evidence-based interventions to deliver safe
and effective nursing care. Assists and educates clients to select choices that support
positive changes in their life.
CPMHN Standard IV-The response effectively manages rapidly changing situations,
monitor client's safety, knows resources required to manage actual and potential crisis.
CPMHN standard V- the response intervenes through the teaching-coaching function,
determines client's learning needs through a collaborative process, and is active in
health promotion.
CPMHN standard VI-the response monitors and ensures the quality of health care
practices, identifies workplace attitudes and beliefs that may affect the nurse's ability to
perform duties in a safe manner.
CPMHN standard VII - Response practices within organizational and work-role
structure. Works in partnership with clients, families, and other stakeholders to
facilitate a safe supportive environment for all people.
Psychiatric Assessment purpose - Response build rapport, health history, physical
