Somatic Symptom Disorders Overview, Impulse Control
Disorders Overview, Therapeutic Group Development,
Trauma-Related and Dissociative Disorders, Therapeutic
Communication Models & Techniques, Therapeutic Nurse-
Patient Relationships, Nursing Process…
"La belle indifférence" Correct Answer A term contrasting
apathy and lack of concern with distress
acrophobia Correct Answer fear of heights
Active listening Correct Answer A therapeutic communication
technique.
Acute Stress Disorder Correct Answer Immediate stress
reaction after trauma
Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) Correct Answer A condition
developing after a traumatic event, diagnosed within a specific
timeframe
Adaptive defense mechanism Correct Answer Lowers anxiety
for acceptable achievement of goals; managing feelings and
conflicts
Adjustment Disorder Correct Answer Emotional/behavioral
response to identifiable stressor
Advanced practice interventions Correct Answer Interventions
such as consultation, prescriptive authority, treatment, and
psychotherapy.
,Advanced Practice Nursing Interventions Correct Answer
Involve techniques like flooding and cognitive-behavioral
therapy
Advantages of therapeutic groups Correct Answer Treating
multiple members simultaneously, benefiting from diverse
viewpoints, providing a safe space for skill practice, and
promoting interpersonal growth.
Adventitious Crisis Correct Answer Caused by natural, human,
or accidental disasters
Agoraphobia Correct Answer Excessive anxiety or fear about
being in places or situations from which escape might be
difficult or embarrassing
agoraphobia Correct Answer open spaces
Albert R. Roberts Correct Answer Created a 7-stage model of
crisis interventions
Anxiety Correct Answer Apprehension, uneasiness,
uncertainty, or dread from real or perceived threat
Application of quality improvement Correct Answer
Systematic approach to making changes that lead to better
patient outcomes, stronger system performance, and enhanced
professional development.
, Asking 'why' questions Correct Answer A nontherapeutic
communication technique.
Assessment Correct Answer Sound physical and neurological
exam; determine source and level of anxiety; assess for potential
self-harm; complete psychosocial assessment
astraphobia Correct Answer electrical storms
Attending behaviors Correct Answer Actions like eye contact,
body language, and vocal qualities that show engagement.
Autocratic leader Correct Answer Leadership style exerting
control over the group without encouraging much interaction.
Basic-Level Nursing Interventions Correct Answer Include
promoting self-care, monitoring skin integrity, and health
teaching
Benzodiazepines Correct Answer Used for anxiety, panic,
insomnia, and alcohol withdrawal.
Biological Risk Factors for PTSD Correct Answer Genetic,
neurobiological factors
Biological Treatment Correct Answer Using pharmacotherapy
like antidepressants and anti-anxiety drugs
Biological Treatment for Impulse Control Disorders Correct
Answer Involves medications such as Divalproex sodium
(Depakote), Aripiprazole (Abilify), Risperidone (Risperdal),
Disorders Overview, Therapeutic Group Development,
Trauma-Related and Dissociative Disorders, Therapeutic
Communication Models & Techniques, Therapeutic Nurse-
Patient Relationships, Nursing Process…
"La belle indifférence" Correct Answer A term contrasting
apathy and lack of concern with distress
acrophobia Correct Answer fear of heights
Active listening Correct Answer A therapeutic communication
technique.
Acute Stress Disorder Correct Answer Immediate stress
reaction after trauma
Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) Correct Answer A condition
developing after a traumatic event, diagnosed within a specific
timeframe
Adaptive defense mechanism Correct Answer Lowers anxiety
for acceptable achievement of goals; managing feelings and
conflicts
Adjustment Disorder Correct Answer Emotional/behavioral
response to identifiable stressor
Advanced practice interventions Correct Answer Interventions
such as consultation, prescriptive authority, treatment, and
psychotherapy.
,Advanced Practice Nursing Interventions Correct Answer
Involve techniques like flooding and cognitive-behavioral
therapy
Advantages of therapeutic groups Correct Answer Treating
multiple members simultaneously, benefiting from diverse
viewpoints, providing a safe space for skill practice, and
promoting interpersonal growth.
Adventitious Crisis Correct Answer Caused by natural, human,
or accidental disasters
Agoraphobia Correct Answer Excessive anxiety or fear about
being in places or situations from which escape might be
difficult or embarrassing
agoraphobia Correct Answer open spaces
Albert R. Roberts Correct Answer Created a 7-stage model of
crisis interventions
Anxiety Correct Answer Apprehension, uneasiness,
uncertainty, or dread from real or perceived threat
Application of quality improvement Correct Answer
Systematic approach to making changes that lead to better
patient outcomes, stronger system performance, and enhanced
professional development.
, Asking 'why' questions Correct Answer A nontherapeutic
communication technique.
Assessment Correct Answer Sound physical and neurological
exam; determine source and level of anxiety; assess for potential
self-harm; complete psychosocial assessment
astraphobia Correct Answer electrical storms
Attending behaviors Correct Answer Actions like eye contact,
body language, and vocal qualities that show engagement.
Autocratic leader Correct Answer Leadership style exerting
control over the group without encouraging much interaction.
Basic-Level Nursing Interventions Correct Answer Include
promoting self-care, monitoring skin integrity, and health
teaching
Benzodiazepines Correct Answer Used for anxiety, panic,
insomnia, and alcohol withdrawal.
Biological Risk Factors for PTSD Correct Answer Genetic,
neurobiological factors
Biological Treatment Correct Answer Using pharmacotherapy
like antidepressants and anti-anxiety drugs
Biological Treatment for Impulse Control Disorders Correct
Answer Involves medications such as Divalproex sodium
(Depakote), Aripiprazole (Abilify), Risperidone (Risperdal),
