[STUDY GUIDE] • HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE & REVIEW EDITION
NR605 Midterm Exam Questions &
Verified Answers for 2026/2027 Updated
Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS ANSWERS
158 Questions 12 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 158 verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales focusing on psychotherapy and
related theories. It is suitable for students preparing for certification, course review, and understanding psychotherapeutic
practices. Each question is designed to enhance comprehension of key concepts in mental health treatment and psychosocial
development.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Explores the core principles and types of psychotherapy used in
Psychotherapy Fundamentals mental health treatment. 14 Qs 8.9%
Examines Erikson's stages of psychosocial development and their
Psychosocial Development Theories implications in therapy. 14 Qs 8.9%
Therapeutic Techniques and Covers various therapeutic techniques and communication strategies
Communication utilized in psychotherapy. 13 Qs 8.2%
Focuses on person-centered and humanistic approaches to therapy
Client-Centered Approaches and their application. 13 Qs 8.2%
Discusses the importance of boundaries in therapeutic relationships
Boundary Issues in Therapy and potential violations. 13 Qs 8.2%
Coping Mechanisms and Defense Investigates various coping mechanisms and defense strategies
Strategies employed by individuals. 13 Qs 8.2%
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Details the principles and practices of interpersonal psychotherapy,
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) including its focus areas. 13 Qs 8.2%
Ethics and Legal Considerations in Examines ethical guidelines and legal considerations relevant to
Therapy psychotherapeutic practice. 13 Qs 8.2%
Analyzes the foundations and techniques of psychodynamic therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy Concepts as a treatment approach. 13 Qs 8.2%
Treatment Planning and Highlights the importance of treatment planning, documentation,
Documentation and therapeutic goals. 13 Qs 8.2%
Focuses on identifying risk factors for suicide and developing
Suicide Risk and Prevention protective strategies. 13 Qs 8.2%
Explores the principles of humanistic and existential therapy and
Humanistic and Existential Therapy their application in practice. 13 Qs 8.2%
Total Exam Coverage 12 Integrated Topic Modules 158 Qs 100.0%
TOPIC 1: PSYCHOTHERAPY FUNDAMENTALS
14 Questions • 8.9% of Exam • Explores the core principles and types of psychotherapy used in mental health treatment.
QUESTION 1
Psychotherapy
Answer: Nonpharmacological intervention
-used to tx mental health diagnoses or distress
-help clients improve functioning and well-being
-talk therapy
-provided by psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, counselors, and PMHNPs
-may include individual, couple, family, or group sessions
-Goals: symptom reduction, improvement in functioning, relapse prevention, empowerment, achievement of collaborative
goals set by the client & therapist.
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QUESTION 2
Methods of Collaboration
Answer: Intraprofessional Collaboration
-the interaction and efforts between two disciplines with the same profession
• Potential barriers: tension, large team size, high turnover, lack of familiarity and common goals, role ambiguity,
generational differences, and lack of undergraduate nursing education on intraprofessional practice.
Transprofessional Collaboration
-includes communication with various disciplines: physicians, physical/occupational therapy, and social services, along
with others to ensure care is delivered safely
• Potential barrier: lack of training.
QUESTION 3
Transtheoretical Model of Change
Answer: Assumes that behavior changes take place over time and that people move through stages of decision-making to
make changes to behavior
-stages:
• precontemplation
• contemplation
• preparation
• action
• maintenance.
QUESTION 4
Lori, a 42-year-old female, presents to the office for an initial consultation. She has just
experienced a breakup after a 5-year relationship and is feeling "depressed." A comprehensive
initial evaluation which includes chief complaint, history or present illness, medical history,
previous psychiatric history, family history and a comprehensive review of systems was
completed. Psychotherapy was included in the session - 18 minutes time. provide the appropriate
CPT code
Answer: 99205+90833.
Rationale: The client is new to the practice (20) and presents with one problem which addressed 4 or more elements, had a
comprehensive history and interview. No additional testing was needed, treatment was initiated (05). Psychotherapy was included in the
session18 minutes time. Therapy goals were established and reviewed with the client.
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QUESTION 5
Circumstances that protect against suicide risk: Relationship Protective Factors
Answer: Support from partners, friends, and family
Feeling connected to others.
QUESTION 6
Psychotherapy Contracts
Answer: Not required to begin therapy
-best practice is to provide a written therapy contract detailing:
• terms of the therapeutic relationship
• scheduling
• missed appointments
• fees
• confidentiality
• termination.
QUESTION 7
Which theory would the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) most need to
consider when conducting a psychiatric interview in the following situations?
A 35-year-old homeless client is in the emergency department with suicidal ideations.
Hierarchy of Needs Theory
Psychosocial Development Theory
Cognitive Development Theory
Answer: Hierarchy of Needs Theory.
Rationale: To attend to higher-level needs, a client must first meet foundational needs. A homeless client may be struggling to meet
physiological and safety needs.
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NR605 Midterm Exam Questions &
Verified Answers for 2026/2027 Updated
Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS ANSWERS
158 Questions 12 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 158 verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales focusing on psychotherapy and
related theories. It is suitable for students preparing for certification, course review, and understanding psychotherapeutic
practices. Each question is designed to enhance comprehension of key concepts in mental health treatment and psychosocial
development.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Explores the core principles and types of psychotherapy used in
Psychotherapy Fundamentals mental health treatment. 14 Qs 8.9%
Examines Erikson's stages of psychosocial development and their
Psychosocial Development Theories implications in therapy. 14 Qs 8.9%
Therapeutic Techniques and Covers various therapeutic techniques and communication strategies
Communication utilized in psychotherapy. 13 Qs 8.2%
Focuses on person-centered and humanistic approaches to therapy
Client-Centered Approaches and their application. 13 Qs 8.2%
Discusses the importance of boundaries in therapeutic relationships
Boundary Issues in Therapy and potential violations. 13 Qs 8.2%
Coping Mechanisms and Defense Investigates various coping mechanisms and defense strategies
Strategies employed by individuals. 13 Qs 8.2%
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Details the principles and practices of interpersonal psychotherapy,
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) including its focus areas. 13 Qs 8.2%
Ethics and Legal Considerations in Examines ethical guidelines and legal considerations relevant to
Therapy psychotherapeutic practice. 13 Qs 8.2%
Analyzes the foundations and techniques of psychodynamic therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy Concepts as a treatment approach. 13 Qs 8.2%
Treatment Planning and Highlights the importance of treatment planning, documentation,
Documentation and therapeutic goals. 13 Qs 8.2%
Focuses on identifying risk factors for suicide and developing
Suicide Risk and Prevention protective strategies. 13 Qs 8.2%
Explores the principles of humanistic and existential therapy and
Humanistic and Existential Therapy their application in practice. 13 Qs 8.2%
Total Exam Coverage 12 Integrated Topic Modules 158 Qs 100.0%
TOPIC 1: PSYCHOTHERAPY FUNDAMENTALS
14 Questions • 8.9% of Exam • Explores the core principles and types of psychotherapy used in mental health treatment.
QUESTION 1
Psychotherapy
Answer: Nonpharmacological intervention
-used to tx mental health diagnoses or distress
-help clients improve functioning and well-being
-talk therapy
-provided by psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, counselors, and PMHNPs
-may include individual, couple, family, or group sessions
-Goals: symptom reduction, improvement in functioning, relapse prevention, empowerment, achievement of collaborative
goals set by the client & therapist.
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QUESTION 2
Methods of Collaboration
Answer: Intraprofessional Collaboration
-the interaction and efforts between two disciplines with the same profession
• Potential barriers: tension, large team size, high turnover, lack of familiarity and common goals, role ambiguity,
generational differences, and lack of undergraduate nursing education on intraprofessional practice.
Transprofessional Collaboration
-includes communication with various disciplines: physicians, physical/occupational therapy, and social services, along
with others to ensure care is delivered safely
• Potential barrier: lack of training.
QUESTION 3
Transtheoretical Model of Change
Answer: Assumes that behavior changes take place over time and that people move through stages of decision-making to
make changes to behavior
-stages:
• precontemplation
• contemplation
• preparation
• action
• maintenance.
QUESTION 4
Lori, a 42-year-old female, presents to the office for an initial consultation. She has just
experienced a breakup after a 5-year relationship and is feeling "depressed." A comprehensive
initial evaluation which includes chief complaint, history or present illness, medical history,
previous psychiatric history, family history and a comprehensive review of systems was
completed. Psychotherapy was included in the session - 18 minutes time. provide the appropriate
CPT code
Answer: 99205+90833.
Rationale: The client is new to the practice (20) and presents with one problem which addressed 4 or more elements, had a
comprehensive history and interview. No additional testing was needed, treatment was initiated (05). Psychotherapy was included in the
session18 minutes time. Therapy goals were established and reviewed with the client.
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QUESTION 5
Circumstances that protect against suicide risk: Relationship Protective Factors
Answer: Support from partners, friends, and family
Feeling connected to others.
QUESTION 6
Psychotherapy Contracts
Answer: Not required to begin therapy
-best practice is to provide a written therapy contract detailing:
• terms of the therapeutic relationship
• scheduling
• missed appointments
• fees
• confidentiality
• termination.
QUESTION 7
Which theory would the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) most need to
consider when conducting a psychiatric interview in the following situations?
A 35-year-old homeless client is in the emergency department with suicidal ideations.
Hierarchy of Needs Theory
Psychosocial Development Theory
Cognitive Development Theory
Answer: Hierarchy of Needs Theory.
Rationale: To attend to higher-level needs, a client must first meet foundational needs. A homeless client may be struggling to meet
physiological and safety needs.
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