GEORGETTE S. LMR PMHNP CERTIFICATION EXAM STUDY GUIDE YEAR

Georgette S. LMR PMHNP Certification Exam




GEORGETTE S. LMR PMHNP CERTIFICATION EXAM STUDY
GUIDE YEAR 2025-2026
Georgette S. LMR PMHNP Certification Exam




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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. EXAMINATION STUDY GUIDE AND TEST BANK
2. EXAM STUDY GUIDE
3. Study Tips




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Q1: What is the primary purpose of a psychiatric assessment?
A: To evaluate a patient’s mental, emotional, and behavioral functioning. ■


Q2: What are the main components of the Mental Status Examination (MSE)?
A: Appearance, behavior, speech, mood, affect, thought process, thought content, cognition, insight,
judgment. ■


Q3: Which developmental theory includes stages such as trust vs. mistrust and identity vs. role confusion?
A: Erikson's psychosocial development theory. ■


Q4: What is the difference between a hallucination and a delusion?
A: A hallucination is a false perception without stimulus; a delusion is a false belief held despite evidence. ■


Q5: Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with depression?
A: Serotonin. ■




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Q6: What is the hallmark symptom of major depressive disorder?
A: Persistent depressed mood or loss of interest/pleasure for at least two weeks. ■


Q7: Which anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry for six months or more?
A: Generalized anxiety disorder. ■


Q8: What is the first-line pharmacologic treatment for generalized anxiety disorder?
A: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). ■


Q9: Which disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks?
A: Panic disorder. ■


Q10: What is the role of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in anxiety disorders?
A: It helps patients recognize and change distorted thinking and behaviors. ■




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