NUR 326 FINAL/ NUR 326 MENTAL HEALTH FINAL
EXAM NEWEST 2026 TEST BANK| COMPLETE 400
ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) ALREADY GRADED
A+|| BRAND NEW!!
Question 1:
A client tells the nurse, "I don't think you understand what I'm
going through." Which response by the nurse demonstrates
therapeutic communication?
A. "I understand exactly how you feel."
B. "Tell me more about what you are experiencing."
C. "You're right, I don't understand."
D. "Why do you feel that way?"
Correct Answer: B
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,Rationale: This response uses the therapeutic technique of
exploring and encourages the client to elaborate on their
feelings. It validates their perception without making assumptions.
"Why" questions (D) can sound judgmental and are
nontherapeutic. False reassurance (A) closes off communication.
Question 2:
Which therapeutic communication technique is the nurse using
when stating, "I notice you are pacing and wringing your hands.
You seem anxious"?
A. Restating
B. Reflecting
C. Making observations
D. Verbalizing the implied
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse is objectively describing the client's
behavior and seeking validation, which is the technique of
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,making observations. This helps the client become aware of their
feelings. Reflecting (B) directs focus back to the client.
Question 3:
A client with schizophrenia tells the nurse, "The CIA is monitoring
my thoughts through satellites." The nurse's most therapeutic
response is:
A. "That sounds frightening. Tell me more about what you are
experiencing."
B. "I know for a fact that isn't true."
C. "Let's talk about something else."
D. "Why would the CIA want to monitor you?"
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse acknowledges the client's emotion
(frightening) without validating or challenging the delusion.
Exploring the feeling behind the delusion maintains trust and
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, therapeutic rapport. Arguing (B) or changing the subject (C) is
nontherapeutic.
Question 4:
A client states, "I'm worthless. No one cares about me." Which
response by the nurse reflects the therapeutic technique of
formulating a plan of action?
A. "You have so much to live for."
B. "I care about you and so does your family."
C. "What can you do when you start feeling this way?"
D. "Why do you think you are worthless?"
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Formulating a plan of action helps the client identify
coping strategies for managing distressing feelings. False
reassurance (A) is nontherapeutic. "Why" questions (D) can be
judgmental and are generally avoided.
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EXAM NEWEST 2026 TEST BANK| COMPLETE 400
ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) ALREADY GRADED
A+|| BRAND NEW!!
Question 1:
A client tells the nurse, "I don't think you understand what I'm
going through." Which response by the nurse demonstrates
therapeutic communication?
A. "I understand exactly how you feel."
B. "Tell me more about what you are experiencing."
C. "You're right, I don't understand."
D. "Why do you feel that way?"
Correct Answer: B
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,Rationale: This response uses the therapeutic technique of
exploring and encourages the client to elaborate on their
feelings. It validates their perception without making assumptions.
"Why" questions (D) can sound judgmental and are
nontherapeutic. False reassurance (A) closes off communication.
Question 2:
Which therapeutic communication technique is the nurse using
when stating, "I notice you are pacing and wringing your hands.
You seem anxious"?
A. Restating
B. Reflecting
C. Making observations
D. Verbalizing the implied
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse is objectively describing the client's
behavior and seeking validation, which is the technique of
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,making observations. This helps the client become aware of their
feelings. Reflecting (B) directs focus back to the client.
Question 3:
A client with schizophrenia tells the nurse, "The CIA is monitoring
my thoughts through satellites." The nurse's most therapeutic
response is:
A. "That sounds frightening. Tell me more about what you are
experiencing."
B. "I know for a fact that isn't true."
C. "Let's talk about something else."
D. "Why would the CIA want to monitor you?"
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse acknowledges the client's emotion
(frightening) without validating or challenging the delusion.
Exploring the feeling behind the delusion maintains trust and
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, therapeutic rapport. Arguing (B) or changing the subject (C) is
nontherapeutic.
Question 4:
A client states, "I'm worthless. No one cares about me." Which
response by the nurse reflects the therapeutic technique of
formulating a plan of action?
A. "You have so much to live for."
B. "I care about you and so does your family."
C. "What can you do when you start feeling this way?"
D. "Why do you think you are worthless?"
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Formulating a plan of action helps the client identify
coping strategies for managing distressing feelings. False
reassurance (A) is nontherapeutic. "Why" questions (D) can be
judgmental and are generally avoided.
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