NR548 VERIFIED WEEK 2 EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
What is the role of the PMHNP in assessment?
Conducts a comprehensive, person-centered psychiatric evaluation, using evidence-
based guidelines and diagnostic tests.
How does the PMHNP formulate a diagnosis?
Uses interview, examination, and test data to develop psychiatric and substance use
diagnoses while considering the impact of stressors and trauma.
What does outcomes identification involve?
Identifying expected outcomes based on scientific evidence, considering costs,
effectiveness, and provider continuity.
How do PMHNPs implement care?
Coordinates care across d__________________
Uses pha__________________ & psycho_______ interventions
Provides __________________ & counseling
Acts as the ____________ point of accountability
Coordinates care across disciplines
Uses pharmacological & psychotherapeutic interventions
Provides education & counseling
Acts as the single point of accountability
What does evaluation involve in PMHNP practice?
Determines diagnostic accuracy and effectiveness of treatment plans,
making policy and protocol recommendationswhen needed.
What ethical guidelines do PMHNPs follow?
The ANA Code of Ethics, which includes informed consent, advocacy,
confidentiality, and ethical decision-making.
What is the role of cultural humility in PMHNP practice?
PMHNPs self-reflect on personal biases, learn from diverse populations, and create
an inclusive healthcare environment.
How do PMHNPs ensure effective communication? 4x
Assess communication preferences of clients and colleagues
,Improve personal communication skills
Thoroughly document care
Engage in interprofessional collaboration
How do PMHNPs collaborate professionally?
They consult, educate, research, and contribute to technological advancements
while mentoring colleagues.
How do PMHNPs integrate evidence-based practice?
They conduct research, evaluate clinical evidence, and apply best practices to
patient care.
How do PMHNPs demonstrate leadership?
By influencing policies, leading interprofessional teams, and designing practice
innovations to improve care.
What is the PMHNP’s role in quality improvement? 3x
Maintains professional certification
Evaluates practice environments
Designs quality improvement initiatives
What is the role of resource utilization in PMHNP practice?
PMHNPs maximize community and organizational resources to improve care
and evaluate cost-effectiveness.
How do PMHNPs contribute to environmental health?
They analyze social, political, and economic influences on health and advocate
for sustainable policies.
What is the main focus of Standard 1: Assessment?
A) Prescribing medication for mental health conditions
B) Conducting a comprehensive, person-centered psychiatric evaluation
C) Performing psychotherapy only
D) Using only diagnostic testing to assess clients
Conducting a comprehensive, person-centered psychiatric evaluation-> The PMHNP
must conduct a thorough psychiatric evaluation with relevant tests.)
In Standard 2: Diagnosis, the PMHNP should consider all of the following
EXCEPT:
, A) The impact of trauma and stressors
B) The effects of psychiatric disorders on recovery and quality of life
C) The client’s financial situation when diagnosing
D) Substance use and its role in mental health
The client’s financial situation when diagnosing --> The PMHNP does not factor
finances into diagnosis, but rather into treatment planning.)
Which of the following is a key component of Standard 4: Planning?
A) Using current evidence and expert knowledge
B) Only using pharmacological treatment
C) Prescribing medication without considering psychotherapy
D) Ignoring the client’s cultural beliefs
Using current evidence and expert knowledge-> The PMHNP combines evidence-
based interventions with patient-centered care.)
Standard 6: Evaluation focuses on:
A) Determining the effectiveness of interventions
B) Writing prescriptions only
C) Collecting client payments
D) Only using client-reported outcomes
Determining the effectiveness of interventions --> The PMHNP assesses treatment
outcomes and makes necessary adjustments.)
Which statement best describes Standard 7: Ethics?
A) PMHNPs should make decisions without client input
B) Ethical guidelines only apply in hospital settings
C) PMHNPs should follow the ANA Code of Ethics
D) Confidentiality does not apply to psychiatric clients
PMHNPs should follow the ANA Code of Ethics--> PMHNPs must adhere to the ANA
Code of Ethics, ensuring informed consent and advocacy.)
What is the primary goal of Standard 9: Communication?
A) To focus only on verbal communication
B) To ensure accurate and thorough documentation
C) To reduce interactions with clients
ANSWERS
What is the role of the PMHNP in assessment?
Conducts a comprehensive, person-centered psychiatric evaluation, using evidence-
based guidelines and diagnostic tests.
How does the PMHNP formulate a diagnosis?
Uses interview, examination, and test data to develop psychiatric and substance use
diagnoses while considering the impact of stressors and trauma.
What does outcomes identification involve?
Identifying expected outcomes based on scientific evidence, considering costs,
effectiveness, and provider continuity.
How do PMHNPs implement care?
Coordinates care across d__________________
Uses pha__________________ & psycho_______ interventions
Provides __________________ & counseling
Acts as the ____________ point of accountability
Coordinates care across disciplines
Uses pharmacological & psychotherapeutic interventions
Provides education & counseling
Acts as the single point of accountability
What does evaluation involve in PMHNP practice?
Determines diagnostic accuracy and effectiveness of treatment plans,
making policy and protocol recommendationswhen needed.
What ethical guidelines do PMHNPs follow?
The ANA Code of Ethics, which includes informed consent, advocacy,
confidentiality, and ethical decision-making.
What is the role of cultural humility in PMHNP practice?
PMHNPs self-reflect on personal biases, learn from diverse populations, and create
an inclusive healthcare environment.
How do PMHNPs ensure effective communication? 4x
Assess communication preferences of clients and colleagues
,Improve personal communication skills
Thoroughly document care
Engage in interprofessional collaboration
How do PMHNPs collaborate professionally?
They consult, educate, research, and contribute to technological advancements
while mentoring colleagues.
How do PMHNPs integrate evidence-based practice?
They conduct research, evaluate clinical evidence, and apply best practices to
patient care.
How do PMHNPs demonstrate leadership?
By influencing policies, leading interprofessional teams, and designing practice
innovations to improve care.
What is the PMHNP’s role in quality improvement? 3x
Maintains professional certification
Evaluates practice environments
Designs quality improvement initiatives
What is the role of resource utilization in PMHNP practice?
PMHNPs maximize community and organizational resources to improve care
and evaluate cost-effectiveness.
How do PMHNPs contribute to environmental health?
They analyze social, political, and economic influences on health and advocate
for sustainable policies.
What is the main focus of Standard 1: Assessment?
A) Prescribing medication for mental health conditions
B) Conducting a comprehensive, person-centered psychiatric evaluation
C) Performing psychotherapy only
D) Using only diagnostic testing to assess clients
Conducting a comprehensive, person-centered psychiatric evaluation-> The PMHNP
must conduct a thorough psychiatric evaluation with relevant tests.)
In Standard 2: Diagnosis, the PMHNP should consider all of the following
EXCEPT:
, A) The impact of trauma and stressors
B) The effects of psychiatric disorders on recovery and quality of life
C) The client’s financial situation when diagnosing
D) Substance use and its role in mental health
The client’s financial situation when diagnosing --> The PMHNP does not factor
finances into diagnosis, but rather into treatment planning.)
Which of the following is a key component of Standard 4: Planning?
A) Using current evidence and expert knowledge
B) Only using pharmacological treatment
C) Prescribing medication without considering psychotherapy
D) Ignoring the client’s cultural beliefs
Using current evidence and expert knowledge-> The PMHNP combines evidence-
based interventions with patient-centered care.)
Standard 6: Evaluation focuses on:
A) Determining the effectiveness of interventions
B) Writing prescriptions only
C) Collecting client payments
D) Only using client-reported outcomes
Determining the effectiveness of interventions --> The PMHNP assesses treatment
outcomes and makes necessary adjustments.)
Which statement best describes Standard 7: Ethics?
A) PMHNPs should make decisions without client input
B) Ethical guidelines only apply in hospital settings
C) PMHNPs should follow the ANA Code of Ethics
D) Confidentiality does not apply to psychiatric clients
PMHNPs should follow the ANA Code of Ethics--> PMHNPs must adhere to the ANA
Code of Ethics, ensuring informed consent and advocacy.)
What is the primary goal of Standard 9: Communication?
A) To focus only on verbal communication
B) To ensure accurate and thorough documentation
C) To reduce interactions with clients
