NUR 670 – APEA PRETEST TEST BANK NEWEST 2025
ACTUAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE 650+ QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
ALREADY GRADED A+ | GUARANTEED PASS
The PMHNP contemplates prescribing a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
(SSRI) for a 23-year-old male client. What is the most important education for this
client?
A-The client must be informed of the potential sexual side effects associated with
SSRIs.
B-The client must be informed about increased mania and hypomania with SSRI
use.
C - The client must be informed about gastrointestinal side effects and headaches
with SSRI use.
D - The client must be informed about the potential for blurred vision and urinary
retention.
The client must be informed of the potential sexual side effects associated with
SSRIs.
A patient reports feeling "keyed up" and fears losing control. Symptoms have been
present for the past 3 years. The patient reports low energy, insomnia, low self-
esteem, and difficulty making decisions. Which of the following is the most likely
diagnosis?
,A - Persistent depressive disorder with anxious distress
B - Major depressive disorder with atypical features
C - Bipolar 2 disorder with melancholic features
D - Bipolar 1 disorder with melancholic features
Persistent depressive disorder with anxious distress
The PMHNP is treating a firefighter who developed claustrophobia triggered by
putting on his mask. After addressing the causes of the claustrophobia, the patient
is ready to move to the exposure phase of therapy. Which of the following best
describes first placing the mask next to the patient?
A - Graded exposure
B - Imaginal exposure
C - Virtual reality exposure
D - Prolonged exposure
Graded exposure
A middle-aged patient presents with acute onset joint pain in the lower
extremities and hands. The patient reports being treated for urogenital chlamydia
2 weeks ago. The PMHNP suspects reactive arthritis and knows that initial
treatment includes:
,A - oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications.
B - high-dose oral corticosteroids and IV antibiotics.
C - immunosuppressant drugs and cox-2 anti-inflammatories.
D - antirheumatic medications and chronic low-dose antibiotics.
oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications.
A 43-year-old female is in psychotherapy at the request of her spouse. She has
been unemployed for several years, and she is not confident in her abilities to
hold a job. She states that she doesn't like it when her husband is away and often
isolates during those times. She says, "I don't know if I can make it on my own."
The most appropriate diagnosis for this client is:
A-avoidant personality disorder.
B - altruistic personality disorder.
C-dependent personality disorder.
D - major depressive disorder.
dependent personality disorder.
A pregnant patient who is 2 weeks from delivery is anxious about breastfeeding.
The PMHNP allows the patient to voice their concerns, but knows that the patient
needs more education if they state:
, A - My research shows that formula-fed babies are just as healthy as breastfeed
babies.
B-Breast milk supports brain growth and nervous system development.
C - Breastfed babies have fewer digestive issues than formula-fed babies.
D-The nutrients in breast milk are better absorbed than the contents of formula.
My research shows that formula-fed babies are just as healthy as breastfeed
babies.
A patient taking clozapine (Clozaril) has a lab value that reflects an absolute
neutrophil count of less than 1,000/uL. What Is the PMHNP's most appropriate
action?
A-Stop The medication
B-Continue the medication but plan to monitor labs weekly
C-Order a reduction in the dose of clozapine and continue it.
D- The neutrophil count is not affected by clozapine, so the medication should
continue and labs should be monitored every 6 months.
Stop The medication
Which of the following medications is most useful for patients with chronic pain
and depression?
A-Paroxetine (Paxil)
B-Citalopram (Celexa)
ACTUAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE 650+ QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
ALREADY GRADED A+ | GUARANTEED PASS
The PMHNP contemplates prescribing a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
(SSRI) for a 23-year-old male client. What is the most important education for this
client?
A-The client must be informed of the potential sexual side effects associated with
SSRIs.
B-The client must be informed about increased mania and hypomania with SSRI
use.
C - The client must be informed about gastrointestinal side effects and headaches
with SSRI use.
D - The client must be informed about the potential for blurred vision and urinary
retention.
The client must be informed of the potential sexual side effects associated with
SSRIs.
A patient reports feeling "keyed up" and fears losing control. Symptoms have been
present for the past 3 years. The patient reports low energy, insomnia, low self-
esteem, and difficulty making decisions. Which of the following is the most likely
diagnosis?
,A - Persistent depressive disorder with anxious distress
B - Major depressive disorder with atypical features
C - Bipolar 2 disorder with melancholic features
D - Bipolar 1 disorder with melancholic features
Persistent depressive disorder with anxious distress
The PMHNP is treating a firefighter who developed claustrophobia triggered by
putting on his mask. After addressing the causes of the claustrophobia, the patient
is ready to move to the exposure phase of therapy. Which of the following best
describes first placing the mask next to the patient?
A - Graded exposure
B - Imaginal exposure
C - Virtual reality exposure
D - Prolonged exposure
Graded exposure
A middle-aged patient presents with acute onset joint pain in the lower
extremities and hands. The patient reports being treated for urogenital chlamydia
2 weeks ago. The PMHNP suspects reactive arthritis and knows that initial
treatment includes:
,A - oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications.
B - high-dose oral corticosteroids and IV antibiotics.
C - immunosuppressant drugs and cox-2 anti-inflammatories.
D - antirheumatic medications and chronic low-dose antibiotics.
oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications.
A 43-year-old female is in psychotherapy at the request of her spouse. She has
been unemployed for several years, and she is not confident in her abilities to
hold a job. She states that she doesn't like it when her husband is away and often
isolates during those times. She says, "I don't know if I can make it on my own."
The most appropriate diagnosis for this client is:
A-avoidant personality disorder.
B - altruistic personality disorder.
C-dependent personality disorder.
D - major depressive disorder.
dependent personality disorder.
A pregnant patient who is 2 weeks from delivery is anxious about breastfeeding.
The PMHNP allows the patient to voice their concerns, but knows that the patient
needs more education if they state:
, A - My research shows that formula-fed babies are just as healthy as breastfeed
babies.
B-Breast milk supports brain growth and nervous system development.
C - Breastfed babies have fewer digestive issues than formula-fed babies.
D-The nutrients in breast milk are better absorbed than the contents of formula.
My research shows that formula-fed babies are just as healthy as breastfeed
babies.
A patient taking clozapine (Clozaril) has a lab value that reflects an absolute
neutrophil count of less than 1,000/uL. What Is the PMHNP's most appropriate
action?
A-Stop The medication
B-Continue the medication but plan to monitor labs weekly
C-Order a reduction in the dose of clozapine and continue it.
D- The neutrophil count is not affected by clozapine, so the medication should
continue and labs should be monitored every 6 months.
Stop The medication
Which of the following medications is most useful for patients with chronic pain
and depression?
A-Paroxetine (Paxil)
B-Citalopram (Celexa)
