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1. Monozygotic (identical) twins develop from: A. Two separate ova fertilized by two sperm B. One ovum fertilized by two sperm C. One fertilized ovum that splits D. Two ova from different cycles Correct Answer: C. One fertilized ovum that splits Rationale: Identical twins share genetic material. Dizygotic twins come from two ova and are more common with fertility treatment. Two separate ova produce fraternal twins, and fertilization by two sperm does not produce healthy identical twins. ...

Stage 2 hypertension according to ACC/AHA guidelines is a blood pressure of: A. 120 to 129 systolic with diastolic below 80 B. 140/90 mm Hg or higher C. 130 to 139 or 80 to 89 D. Below 120/80 Correct Answer: B. 140/90 mm Hg or higher Rationale: Stage 1 is 130 to 139/80 to 89, elevated is 120 to 129 with diastolic under 80 and normal is below 120/80. Stage 2 usually requires medication. 2. Beta blockers such as metoprolol should be held if the client has

1. Separation anxiety is most pronounced in: A. Newborns B. Adolescents C. School-age children D. Older infants and toddlers (about 6-30 months) Correct Answer: D. Older infants and toddlers (about 6-30 months) Rationale: Protest, despair and detachment phases occur during separation, so encouraging parental presence and rooming-in reduces distress. Newborns have not yet formed this attachment response, and school-age children and adolescents tolerate separation better because they under...

1. After kidney transplant, a child must take: A. Lifelong immunosuppressive medications B. Antibiotics for 1 week only C. No medications D. Insulin Correct Answer: A. Lifelong immunosuppressive medications Rationale: Lifelong immunosuppression keeps the immune system from attacking the new kidney, so adherence prevents rejection. One week of antibiotics, no medications or insulin will not prevent rejection, which requires daily immunosuppression. 2. Hypospadias is: A. A urethral openi...

1. Object permanence, the understanding that objects exist when out of sight, typically develops around: A. 2 months B. 3 years C. 8-9 months D. 6 years Correct Answer: C. 8-9 months Rationale: It explains why separation anxiety intensifies in later infancy: the infant knows the parent exists but is not present. At 2 months infants do not search for hidden objects, and by 3 to 6 years the concept is long established. 2. Child life specialists help by: A. Prescribing medication B. Usi...

1. The leading cause of death in children ages 1-4 in the US includes: A. Cancer only B. Heart disease C. Unintentional injuries such as drowning D. Infections only Correct Answer: C. Unintentional injuries such as drowning Rationale: Injury prevention is a major focus of anticipatory guidance. Cancer, heart disease and infections cause fewer deaths in this age group than drowning, motor vehicle crashes and other injuries. 2. Safe sleep recommendations for infants include: A. Placing in...

1. Pain management after orthopedic surgery in children includes: A. Withholding opioids B. Only distraction C. Scheduled analgesics and nonpharmacologic measures D. Waiting for the child to ask Correct Answer: C. Scheduled analgesics and nonpharmacologic measures Rationale: Children may not report pain consistently. Withholding opioids, relying only on distraction or waiting for the child to ask leaves pain undertreated. 2. Sports injury prevention for adolescents includes: A. Training...

1. Mindfulness-based therapies help clients by: A. Increasing nonjudgmental awareness of the present moment B. Suppressing thoughts C. Avoiding feelings D. Replacing medications entirely Correct Answer: A. Increasing nonjudgmental awareness of the present moment Rationale: Mindfulness reduces rumination and relapse in depression. Suppressing or avoiding thoughts tends to increase distress, while mindful awareness reduces rumination. 2. Incarceration of people with mental illness is a con...

Galen NSG 3450 Nursing Practice - Mental Health: Practice Test 2 (Units 8-13) - Questions with Correct Answers 100 questions 1. Tobacco cessation medications include: A. Nicotine replacement therapy, varenicline and bupropion B. Benzodiazepines C. Antipsychotics D. Lithium Correct Answer: A. Nicotine replacement therapy, varenicline and bupropion Rationale: Combination NRT is effective. Benzodiazepines and antipsychotics are not cessation aids. Combining counseling with medication give...

1. Mental health is best described as: A. A state of well-being in which a person can cope with normal stresses, work productively and contribute to the community B. The complete absence of any psychiatric symptoms C. Always feeling happy D. Never needing support from others Correct Answer: A. A state of well-being in which a person can cope with normal stresses, work productively and contribute to the community Rationale: This WHO-based definition emphasizes coping and functioning rathe...

1. Maslow's hierarchy suggests that a client in acute psychosis who is not eating should first have: A. Physiological needs, such as nutrition and safety, met B. Self-actualization goals addressed C. Esteem needs addressed through group therapy D. Insight-oriented therapy Correct Answer: A. Physiological needs, such as nutrition and safety, met Rationale: Basic physiological and safety needs come first. Higher needs such as esteem and self-actualization become relevant once survival n...

1. The AIMS (Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale) is used to monitor: A. Depression B. Tardive dyskinesia C. Anxiety D. Cognition Correct Answer: B. Tardive dyskinesia Rationale: Tardive dyskinesia can be permanent. Depression, anxiety and cognition are measured with other tools. 2. SNRIs such as venlafaxine and duloxetine may cause: A. Hypotension only B. Weight loss always C. Increased blood pressure D. Bradycardia Correct Answer: C. Increased blood pressure Rationale: Monitor BP...

1. A psychiatric advance directive allows a client to: A. Refuse all future care permanently B. Avoid involuntary commitment always C. State treatment preferences in advance for times when they may lack capacity D. Choose their nurse Correct Answer: C. State treatment preferences in advance for times when they may lack capacity Rationale: It supports autonomy during periods of crisis. It does not allow permanent refusal of all care or guarantee avoidance of commitment. 2. Social determi...

1. A patient begins crying while describing a recent loss. The nurse's best response is to: A. Change the subject to a less emotional topic B. Tell the patient everything will be fine C. Leave the room until the patient stops crying D. Pause, allow silence and offer a tissue Correct Answer: D. Pause, allow silence and offer a tissue Rationale: Silence and a small gesture of support show acceptance and give the patient time to express feelings. Changing the subject, false reassurance an...

1. The best way to begin a health history interview is to: A. Start immediately with questions about sexual history B. Introduce yourself, explain the purpose and ask how the patient prefers to be addressed C. Read the patient's chart aloud D. Ask the family to answer all questions Correct Answer: B. Introduce yourself, explain the purpose and ask how the patient prefers to be addressed Rationale: A respectful introduction and explanation set the tone and build trust before sensitive t...

1. The teach-back method is used to: A. Teach the nurse new skills B. Repeat the lecture twice C. Test the patient's IQ D. Confirm the patient understands by having them explain the information in their own words Correct Answer: D. Confirm the patient understands by having them explain the information in their own words Rationale: Teach-back checks the nurse's teaching rather than testing the patient, and gaps are retaught until understanding is confirmed. It is not a staff trainin...

1. Signs of opioid intoxication include: A. Dilated pupils and agitation B. Pinpoint pupils, drowsiness and slowed respirations C. Tremors and sweating D. Rapid breathing and hyperthermia Correct Answer: B. Pinpoint pupils, drowsiness and slowed respirations Rationale: Opioids depress the central nervous system and constrict pupils, and respiratory depression is the main danger. Dilated pupils with agitation suggest stimulants, and tremors and sweating suggest withdrawal from alcohol or ...

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