ANCC1 EXAM PREP QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
◍ Methodological Congruence. Answer: The researcher presents the
philosophical and methodological approach used and cites references
to support their approach. The subjects, sampling method, data-
gathering and data-analysis strategies, and processes for informed
consent are clearly and concisely described.
◍ Theoretical Conectedness. Answer: Any theory developed from the
study is clearly stated, logically consistent, reflective of the data, and
in accord with other available knowledge.
◍ Analytical Precision. Answer: Is not concerned with statistics and
instruments. If refers to the decision-making process by which the
researchers synthesize concrete data (words of the subjects) into an
abstract that clarifies the meaning and the importance of the study.
The last of the 5 criteria is Heuristic Relevance - The researcher
clarifies the significance of the study, its applicability to public health
or community nursing, and its likely influence o the future research.
◍ Phenelzine. Answer: An MAOI that patients with atypical
depression respond particularly well to.
,◍ Atomoxetine. Answer: A norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
approved for the treatment of ADHD.
◍ Loxapine. Answer: A typical, tetracyclic antipsychotic with
antidepressant properties. Its active metabolite is amoxapine, which is
a secondary amine tricyclic antidepressant.
◍ HITECH. Answer: Implementation of EHR for information
exchanges and improving population health. This was done by Obama
and the ARRA.
◍ Suppression. Answer: The intentional or conscious exclusion of
painful or disturbing thoughts or emotions from awareness.
A healthy defense mechanism because the client channels conflicting
energies into growth-promoting activities.
◍ Medications that can induce depression. Answer: beta blockers,
steroids, interferon, Accutane, benzodiazepines, progesterone, some
antivirals, and antineoplasmics.
◍ Medications that can induce mania. Answer: Steroids, Isoniazid,
antidepressants (in people who already have bipolar disorder), and
Antabuse.
◍ Medigap Insurance Policies. Answer: Private insurance policies
purchased by elderly individuals to cover some or all of their medical
expenses not paid for by Medicare.
, ◍ Medicare Advantage Plan. Answer: Formerly Medicare + Choice,
this created regional Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs) and
gave Medicare enrollees the option of enrolling in private insurance
plans.
◍ Medicare + Choice. Answer: Was a part of the Balanced Budget
Act of 1997 that significantly increase the number of managed care
insurance plans available to recipients. This was replaced with the
Medicare Advantage Plan in 200.
◍ List of the Second Generation (atypical) Antipsychotics (9).
Answer: Clozaril (clozapine), Zyprexa (olanzapine), Latuda
(lurasidone), ziprasidone, Risperdal (risperidone), Invega Sustenna
(palperidone), Fanapt (iloperidone), Seroquel (quetiapine), Saphris
(asenapine),
◍ List of First Generation (typical) Antipsychotics (10). Answer:
Haldol (haloperidol), Prolixin (fluphenazine), Navane (thiothixene),
Thorazine (chlorpromazine), Loxitane (loxapine), Mellaril
(thioridazine), Trilafon (perphenazine), Orap (pimozide), Solian
amisulpride), Stellazine (trifluoperazine)
◍ List the 6 common benzodiazepines in order from shortest to
longest half-life. Answer: Xanax (alprazolam): 6-10 hrs
Serax (oxazepam): 8 hrs
Ativan (lorazepam): 12-18 hrs
Klonopin (clonazepam): 30-40 hrs
◍ Methodological Congruence. Answer: The researcher presents the
philosophical and methodological approach used and cites references
to support their approach. The subjects, sampling method, data-
gathering and data-analysis strategies, and processes for informed
consent are clearly and concisely described.
◍ Theoretical Conectedness. Answer: Any theory developed from the
study is clearly stated, logically consistent, reflective of the data, and
in accord with other available knowledge.
◍ Analytical Precision. Answer: Is not concerned with statistics and
instruments. If refers to the decision-making process by which the
researchers synthesize concrete data (words of the subjects) into an
abstract that clarifies the meaning and the importance of the study.
The last of the 5 criteria is Heuristic Relevance - The researcher
clarifies the significance of the study, its applicability to public health
or community nursing, and its likely influence o the future research.
◍ Phenelzine. Answer: An MAOI that patients with atypical
depression respond particularly well to.
,◍ Atomoxetine. Answer: A norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
approved for the treatment of ADHD.
◍ Loxapine. Answer: A typical, tetracyclic antipsychotic with
antidepressant properties. Its active metabolite is amoxapine, which is
a secondary amine tricyclic antidepressant.
◍ HITECH. Answer: Implementation of EHR for information
exchanges and improving population health. This was done by Obama
and the ARRA.
◍ Suppression. Answer: The intentional or conscious exclusion of
painful or disturbing thoughts or emotions from awareness.
A healthy defense mechanism because the client channels conflicting
energies into growth-promoting activities.
◍ Medications that can induce depression. Answer: beta blockers,
steroids, interferon, Accutane, benzodiazepines, progesterone, some
antivirals, and antineoplasmics.
◍ Medications that can induce mania. Answer: Steroids, Isoniazid,
antidepressants (in people who already have bipolar disorder), and
Antabuse.
◍ Medigap Insurance Policies. Answer: Private insurance policies
purchased by elderly individuals to cover some or all of their medical
expenses not paid for by Medicare.
, ◍ Medicare Advantage Plan. Answer: Formerly Medicare + Choice,
this created regional Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs) and
gave Medicare enrollees the option of enrolling in private insurance
plans.
◍ Medicare + Choice. Answer: Was a part of the Balanced Budget
Act of 1997 that significantly increase the number of managed care
insurance plans available to recipients. This was replaced with the
Medicare Advantage Plan in 200.
◍ List of the Second Generation (atypical) Antipsychotics (9).
Answer: Clozaril (clozapine), Zyprexa (olanzapine), Latuda
(lurasidone), ziprasidone, Risperdal (risperidone), Invega Sustenna
(palperidone), Fanapt (iloperidone), Seroquel (quetiapine), Saphris
(asenapine),
◍ List of First Generation (typical) Antipsychotics (10). Answer:
Haldol (haloperidol), Prolixin (fluphenazine), Navane (thiothixene),
Thorazine (chlorpromazine), Loxitane (loxapine), Mellaril
(thioridazine), Trilafon (perphenazine), Orap (pimozide), Solian
amisulpride), Stellazine (trifluoperazine)
◍ List the 6 common benzodiazepines in order from shortest to
longest half-life. Answer: Xanax (alprazolam): 6-10 hrs
Serax (oxazepam): 8 hrs
Ativan (lorazepam): 12-18 hrs
Klonopin (clonazepam): 30-40 hrs
