PMH Exam 2 Chapters 7-10, 26 Questions With Complete
Solutions
A nurse explains to the family of a mentally ill patient how a
nurse-patient relationship differs from social relationships.
Which is the best explanation?
A. "The focus shifts from nurse to patient as the relationship
develops. Advice is given by both, and solutions are
implemented."
B. "The focus is on the patient. Problems are discussed by the
nurse and patient, but solutions are implemented by the patient."
C. "The focus is creation of a partnership in which each member
is concerned with growth and satisfaction of the other."
D. "The focus of the relationship is socialization. Mutual needs
are met, and feelings are shared openly." Correct Answers B.
"The focus is on the patient. Problems are discussed by the nurse
and patient, but solutions are implemented by the patient."
A patient says "I have something secret to tell you, but you can't
tell anyone else. The nurse agrees. What is the likely
consequence of the nurse's action?
A. Healthy feelings of sympathy by the nurse toward the client.
B. Blurred boundaries in the nurse-client relationship.
C. Improved rapport between the nurse and client.
D. Enhanced trust between the nurse and client.
E. None of the above Correct Answers B. Blurred boundaries
in the nurse-client relationship
A patient states, "There are so many things going on that it's
hard to keep track. I don't even know where to start." The nurse
, responds, "It sounds like you're feeling overwhelmed". This
response is considered Correct Answers A. Therapeutic
B. Non-Therapeutic:
A. Therapeutic
Beck is preparing to discharge and they present you with a
handmade card of appreciation for the care you provided.
Should you accept the card?
A. Yes
B. No
C. Depends on state laws
D. Depends on their illness Correct Answers A. Yes
Boundary and Role Blurring Correct Answers • When
relationship slips into social context
• When nurse's needs are met at expense of patient's needs
Components of MSE regularly collected by nursing (RN level)
Correct Answers • Appearance
o Grooming/dress
o Hygiene
o Facial expression
• Behavior [all]
• Speech
o Rate
o Volume
• Mood (Always come from pt report)
Solutions
A nurse explains to the family of a mentally ill patient how a
nurse-patient relationship differs from social relationships.
Which is the best explanation?
A. "The focus shifts from nurse to patient as the relationship
develops. Advice is given by both, and solutions are
implemented."
B. "The focus is on the patient. Problems are discussed by the
nurse and patient, but solutions are implemented by the patient."
C. "The focus is creation of a partnership in which each member
is concerned with growth and satisfaction of the other."
D. "The focus of the relationship is socialization. Mutual needs
are met, and feelings are shared openly." Correct Answers B.
"The focus is on the patient. Problems are discussed by the nurse
and patient, but solutions are implemented by the patient."
A patient says "I have something secret to tell you, but you can't
tell anyone else. The nurse agrees. What is the likely
consequence of the nurse's action?
A. Healthy feelings of sympathy by the nurse toward the client.
B. Blurred boundaries in the nurse-client relationship.
C. Improved rapport between the nurse and client.
D. Enhanced trust between the nurse and client.
E. None of the above Correct Answers B. Blurred boundaries
in the nurse-client relationship
A patient states, "There are so many things going on that it's
hard to keep track. I don't even know where to start." The nurse
, responds, "It sounds like you're feeling overwhelmed". This
response is considered Correct Answers A. Therapeutic
B. Non-Therapeutic:
A. Therapeutic
Beck is preparing to discharge and they present you with a
handmade card of appreciation for the care you provided.
Should you accept the card?
A. Yes
B. No
C. Depends on state laws
D. Depends on their illness Correct Answers A. Yes
Boundary and Role Blurring Correct Answers • When
relationship slips into social context
• When nurse's needs are met at expense of patient's needs
Components of MSE regularly collected by nursing (RN level)
Correct Answers • Appearance
o Grooming/dress
o Hygiene
o Facial expression
• Behavior [all]
• Speech
o Rate
o Volume
• Mood (Always come from pt report)
