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Exam Overview
The NR 547 Midterm Exam (Differential Diagnosis in Psychiatric-Mental Health Across the
Lifespan Practicum) covers Weeks 1–4 content. The exam consists of 75 questions (2 points
each, total 150 points) with a 75-minute time limit. Key topics include differential diagnosis
formulation, DSM-5-TR criteria, psychiatric assessment, screening tools, psychopharmacology,
and laboratory analysis.
Question 1: A 52-year-old client presents to the emergency department following a car
accident. The ED physician is concerned the client may have intentionally crashed her car. The
client describes persistent sadness, hopelessness, and thoughts that her husband would be
happier if she wasn't around. She reports a previous suicide attempt at age 16 but denies
current suicidal ideation. Based on the ASQ score, what is the most appropriate response?
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A) No action is necessary as the client is not currently considering suicide
B) Provide a brief suicide safety assessment
C) Alert the client's primary care physician only
D) Admit the client for immediate inpatient psychiatric care
Answer: B) Provide a brief suicide safety assessment
Rationale: While the client's responses do not indicate a need for a full mental health evaluation,
she requires a brief suicide safety assessment to determine whether a full mental health
evaluation is necessary. It is also important to notify the client's physician or the clinician
responsible for the client's care.
Question 2: What is the definition of a differential diagnosis in psychiatric practice?
A) The final confirmed diagnosis after all testing is complete
B) The provider's initial hypothesis—a working list of potential problems associated with the
initial or chief complaint
C) A definitive diagnosis based solely on DSM-5-TR criteria
D) A diagnosis made after ruling out all physical causes
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Answer: B) The provider's initial hypothesis—a working list of potential problems associated
with the initial or chief complaint
Rationale: Differential diagnosis is the provider's initial hypothesis—a working list of potential
problems that can be associated with the initial or chief complaint. It guides the diagnostic
workup and treatment planning.
Question 3: Which of the following best describes the DSM-5-TR?
A) A treatment manual for psychiatric medications
B) A guide for identifying psychiatric diagnoses with diagnostic criteria
C) A screening tool for depression
D) A laboratory reference for psychiatric testing
Answer: B) A guide for identifying psychiatric diagnoses with diagnostic criteria
Rationale: The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR) provides
guidance for identifying psychiatric diagnoses with specific diagnostic criteria. It is the standard
classification of mental disorders used by mental health professionals in the United States.
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Question 4: A patient with new-onset generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is started on
sertraline. According to FDA indications, which SSRI has specific approval for GAD?
A) Sertraline
B) Paroxetine
C) Citalopram
D) Escitalopram
Answer: B) Paroxetine
Rationale: Paroxetine (Paxil) has FDA approval for generalized anxiety disorder. Escitalopram
also has approval for GAD, but paroxetine is specifically indicated. Sertraline is FDA-approved for
panic disorder, PTSD, and social anxiety disorder, but not specifically for GAD.
Question 5: What is the importance of the differential diagnosis in providing safe, quality care?
A) It ensures the patient receives the most expensive treatment
B) It is a critical step in identifying the correct diagnosis and ruling out other potential causes
C) It eliminates the need for laboratory testing
D) It guarantees the patient will recover
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NR 547 Midterm Exam LATEST VERSION WITH
COMPLETE 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED SOLUTIONS JUST RELEASED THIS
YEAR
NR 547 Midterm Exam — 300 Randomized Practice Questions
Exam Overview
The NR 547 Midterm Exam (Differential Diagnosis in Psychiatric-Mental Health Across the
Lifespan Practicum) covers Weeks 1–4 content. The exam consists of 75 questions (2 points
each, total 150 points) with a 75-minute time limit. Key topics include differential diagnosis
formulation, DSM-5-TR criteria, psychiatric assessment, screening tools, psychopharmacology,
and laboratory analysis.
Question 1: A 52-year-old client presents to the emergency department following a car
accident. The ED physician is concerned the client may have intentionally crashed her car. The
client describes persistent sadness, hopelessness, and thoughts that her husband would be
happier if she wasn't around. She reports a previous suicide attempt at age 16 but denies
current suicidal ideation. Based on the ASQ score, what is the most appropriate response?
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A) No action is necessary as the client is not currently considering suicide
B) Provide a brief suicide safety assessment
C) Alert the client's primary care physician only
D) Admit the client for immediate inpatient psychiatric care
Answer: B) Provide a brief suicide safety assessment
Rationale: While the client's responses do not indicate a need for a full mental health evaluation,
she requires a brief suicide safety assessment to determine whether a full mental health
evaluation is necessary. It is also important to notify the client's physician or the clinician
responsible for the client's care.
Question 2: What is the definition of a differential diagnosis in psychiatric practice?
A) The final confirmed diagnosis after all testing is complete
B) The provider's initial hypothesis—a working list of potential problems associated with the
initial or chief complaint
C) A definitive diagnosis based solely on DSM-5-TR criteria
D) A diagnosis made after ruling out all physical causes
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Answer: B) The provider's initial hypothesis—a working list of potential problems associated
with the initial or chief complaint
Rationale: Differential diagnosis is the provider's initial hypothesis—a working list of potential
problems that can be associated with the initial or chief complaint. It guides the diagnostic
workup and treatment planning.
Question 3: Which of the following best describes the DSM-5-TR?
A) A treatment manual for psychiatric medications
B) A guide for identifying psychiatric diagnoses with diagnostic criteria
C) A screening tool for depression
D) A laboratory reference for psychiatric testing
Answer: B) A guide for identifying psychiatric diagnoses with diagnostic criteria
Rationale: The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR) provides
guidance for identifying psychiatric diagnoses with specific diagnostic criteria. It is the standard
classification of mental disorders used by mental health professionals in the United States.
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Question 4: A patient with new-onset generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is started on
sertraline. According to FDA indications, which SSRI has specific approval for GAD?
A) Sertraline
B) Paroxetine
C) Citalopram
D) Escitalopram
Answer: B) Paroxetine
Rationale: Paroxetine (Paxil) has FDA approval for generalized anxiety disorder. Escitalopram
also has approval for GAD, but paroxetine is specifically indicated. Sertraline is FDA-approved for
panic disorder, PTSD, and social anxiety disorder, but not specifically for GAD.
Question 5: What is the importance of the differential diagnosis in providing safe, quality care?
A) It ensures the patient receives the most expensive treatment
B) It is a critical step in identifying the correct diagnosis and ruling out other potential causes
C) It eliminates the need for laboratory testing
D) It guarantees the patient will recover
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