, Mental Health Exam 2 Rasmussen EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT!
Which nursing diagnosis supports the psychoanalytic theory of development of major
depressive disorder? - ANSWER Social isolation R/T self directed danger
Which patient is at the highest risk for the diagnosis of major depressive disorder? -
ANSWER 24 yr old married woman
A patient diagnosed with MDD is being considered for ECT. Which patient teaching
should the nurse prioritize? - ANSWER Discuss with the patient and family expected
short term memory loss
Which nursing intervention takes priority when working with a newly admitted patient
experiencing suicidal ideations? - ANSWER Monitor the patient at a close, but irregular
intervals.
A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder is prescribed Nardil. Which
teachings should the nurse prioritize? - ANSWER Intruct the patient & family about the
many food-drug & drug-drug interactions?
What symptoms would the nurse expect to assess i a patient experiencing serotonin
syndrome? - ANSWER Confusion, restlessness, Tachycardia, Labile BP, & diaphoresis
Which of the following meds would be classified as Tricyclic antidepressants? -
ANSWER Nortriptyline (Pamelor)
Which of the following are examples of anticholinergic side effects from tricyclic
antidepressants? - ANSWER Urinary hesitancy, constipation, and blurred vision
A patient seen in the ED is experiencing irritability, pressured speech, and increased
levels of anxiety. The priority is? - ANSWER Assess vital signs and complete a physical
assessment
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT!
Which nursing diagnosis supports the psychoanalytic theory of development of major
depressive disorder? - ANSWER Social isolation R/T self directed danger
Which patient is at the highest risk for the diagnosis of major depressive disorder? -
ANSWER 24 yr old married woman
A patient diagnosed with MDD is being considered for ECT. Which patient teaching
should the nurse prioritize? - ANSWER Discuss with the patient and family expected
short term memory loss
Which nursing intervention takes priority when working with a newly admitted patient
experiencing suicidal ideations? - ANSWER Monitor the patient at a close, but irregular
intervals.
A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder is prescribed Nardil. Which
teachings should the nurse prioritize? - ANSWER Intruct the patient & family about the
many food-drug & drug-drug interactions?
What symptoms would the nurse expect to assess i a patient experiencing serotonin
syndrome? - ANSWER Confusion, restlessness, Tachycardia, Labile BP, & diaphoresis
Which of the following meds would be classified as Tricyclic antidepressants? -
ANSWER Nortriptyline (Pamelor)
Which of the following are examples of anticholinergic side effects from tricyclic
antidepressants? - ANSWER Urinary hesitancy, constipation, and blurred vision
A patient seen in the ED is experiencing irritability, pressured speech, and increased
levels of anxiety. The priority is? - ANSWER Assess vital signs and complete a physical
assessment
