NUR 253 Exam 1 2026 Questions and
Answers Graded A+ 2026 /2027
Stigma - Correct answer-belief that the overall person is flawed, and is
characterized by social shunning, disgrace, and shame
Continumm of care - Correct answer-determines level of functioning while dealing
with stressors
Psychoanalytic - Correct answer-- Freud (1856-1939)
- theory of intrapsychic conflict was the cause of mental illness
Psychodynamic - Correct answer-- unresolved interpersonal relationships/ core
conflicts
-good for individuals who are well functioning, clear area of difficulty, and
motivated for change
interpersonal theory - Correct answer-- Harry Sullivan (1892-1949)
- early relationship with primary parenting figure
Behavior theory - Correct answer-- John Watson (1904-1990)
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,- learned maladaptive environment
Eriksons eight stages - Correct answer-1. trust vs. mistrust (Infancy 0-1.5 years)
2. autonomy vs. shame and doubt
(Early Childhood 1.5-3 years)
3. initiative vs. guilt
(Preschool 3-6 year)
4. industry vs. inferiority
(School Age 6-12)
5. identity vs. role confusion
(Adolescence 12-20)
6. intimacy vs. isolation
(Early Adult 20-35)
7. generativity vs. stagnation
(Middle Adult 35-65)
8. integrity vs. despair
(65-death)
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, Patient rights - Correct answer-right to communicate
right to treatment
right to informed consent
right to refuse treatment
right to treatment in less restrictive setting
right for privacy
Peplau's Model of Nurse-Patient Relationship Orientation - Correct answer-This
phase can last a few meetings or be extended. It is the first time that the nurse and
the patienkt meet and is the phase in which the nurse conducts the initial interview.
A major emphasis during this phase is the establishment of a rapport.
Peplau's Model of Nurse-Patient Relationship Working Phase - Correct answer-
maintain the relationship, share information, gather future data, promote the
patient's problem solving skills, self esteem and use of language. Facilitate
behavioral change, evaluate progress, support the practice and expression of
alternative adaptive behaviors
Peplau's Model of Nurse-Patient Relationship Termination - Correct answer-This is
the final, integral phase of the nurse patient relationship. Termination is discussed
during the orientation and working phase. During this phase the nurse and patient
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Answers Graded A+ 2026 /2027
Stigma - Correct answer-belief that the overall person is flawed, and is
characterized by social shunning, disgrace, and shame
Continumm of care - Correct answer-determines level of functioning while dealing
with stressors
Psychoanalytic - Correct answer-- Freud (1856-1939)
- theory of intrapsychic conflict was the cause of mental illness
Psychodynamic - Correct answer-- unresolved interpersonal relationships/ core
conflicts
-good for individuals who are well functioning, clear area of difficulty, and
motivated for change
interpersonal theory - Correct answer-- Harry Sullivan (1892-1949)
- early relationship with primary parenting figure
Behavior theory - Correct answer-- John Watson (1904-1990)
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,- learned maladaptive environment
Eriksons eight stages - Correct answer-1. trust vs. mistrust (Infancy 0-1.5 years)
2. autonomy vs. shame and doubt
(Early Childhood 1.5-3 years)
3. initiative vs. guilt
(Preschool 3-6 year)
4. industry vs. inferiority
(School Age 6-12)
5. identity vs. role confusion
(Adolescence 12-20)
6. intimacy vs. isolation
(Early Adult 20-35)
7. generativity vs. stagnation
(Middle Adult 35-65)
8. integrity vs. despair
(65-death)
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, Patient rights - Correct answer-right to communicate
right to treatment
right to informed consent
right to refuse treatment
right to treatment in less restrictive setting
right for privacy
Peplau's Model of Nurse-Patient Relationship Orientation - Correct answer-This
phase can last a few meetings or be extended. It is the first time that the nurse and
the patienkt meet and is the phase in which the nurse conducts the initial interview.
A major emphasis during this phase is the establishment of a rapport.
Peplau's Model of Nurse-Patient Relationship Working Phase - Correct answer-
maintain the relationship, share information, gather future data, promote the
patient's problem solving skills, self esteem and use of language. Facilitate
behavioral change, evaluate progress, support the practice and expression of
alternative adaptive behaviors
Peplau's Model of Nurse-Patient Relationship Termination - Correct answer-This is
the final, integral phase of the nurse patient relationship. Termination is discussed
during the orientation and working phase. During this phase the nurse and patient
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