NUR 3235C
Clinical Reasoning & Personalized
NC – Mental Health
FINALS READINESS EXAM
Q&S
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which neurotransmitter is most
commonly associated with depression?
a) Dopamine
b) Acetylcholine
c) Serotonin
d) GABA
Correct Answer: c) Serotonin
Rationale: Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that has been
found to be significantly linked with depression. Lower
levels of serotonin are associated with mood disorders,
particularly depression.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: __________ is a cognitive therapy
technique used in treating anxiety disorders that involves
the identification and challenging of irrational beliefs.
Correct Answer: Cognitive restructuring
Rationale: Cognitive restructuring is a core component of
cognitive behavioral therapy, which helps patients identify
negative thought patterns and replace them with more
rational thoughts.
3. True/False: Bipolar disorder is characterized by
emotional states that fluctuate between depression and
mania.
Correct Answer: True
Rationale: Bipolar disorder is marked by extreme mood
swings from highs (mania or hypomania) to lows
(depression).
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are common side effects of Selective Serotonin
Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)?
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, a) Dry mouth
b) Insomnia
c) Weight gain
d) Increased appetite
e) Headache
Correct Answers: a) Dry mouth, b) Insomnia, e)
Headache
Rationale: SSRIs can cause various side effects,
including dry mouth, insomnia, and headache. Weight gain
and increased appetite are less common and vary among
individuals.
5. Multiple Choice: The mental health assessment tool
'ABCDE' stands for:
a) Appearance, Behavior, Cognition, Depression,
Euphoria
b) Appearance, Behavior, Cognitive function, Decision-
making, Expression
c) Appearance, Behavior, Consciousness, Delusion,
Emotion
d) Appearance, Behavior, Communication, Delusion,
Emotion
Correct Answer: c) Appearance, Behavior,
Consciousness, Delusion, Emotion
Rationale: The 'ABCDE' mnemonic helps in remembering
the key components of a mental health assessment.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: The therapeutic approach that focuses
on the 'here and now' and challenges clients to take
responsibility for their actions is known as __________
therapy.
Correct Answer: Gestalt
Rationale: Gestalt therapy emphasizes personal
©2024/2025
Clinical Reasoning & Personalized
NC – Mental Health
FINALS READINESS EXAM
Q&S
©2024/2025
,1. Multiple Choice: Which neurotransmitter is most
commonly associated with depression?
a) Dopamine
b) Acetylcholine
c) Serotonin
d) GABA
Correct Answer: c) Serotonin
Rationale: Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that has been
found to be significantly linked with depression. Lower
levels of serotonin are associated with mood disorders,
particularly depression.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: __________ is a cognitive therapy
technique used in treating anxiety disorders that involves
the identification and challenging of irrational beliefs.
Correct Answer: Cognitive restructuring
Rationale: Cognitive restructuring is a core component of
cognitive behavioral therapy, which helps patients identify
negative thought patterns and replace them with more
rational thoughts.
3. True/False: Bipolar disorder is characterized by
emotional states that fluctuate between depression and
mania.
Correct Answer: True
Rationale: Bipolar disorder is marked by extreme mood
swings from highs (mania or hypomania) to lows
(depression).
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are common side effects of Selective Serotonin
Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)?
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, a) Dry mouth
b) Insomnia
c) Weight gain
d) Increased appetite
e) Headache
Correct Answers: a) Dry mouth, b) Insomnia, e)
Headache
Rationale: SSRIs can cause various side effects,
including dry mouth, insomnia, and headache. Weight gain
and increased appetite are less common and vary among
individuals.
5. Multiple Choice: The mental health assessment tool
'ABCDE' stands for:
a) Appearance, Behavior, Cognition, Depression,
Euphoria
b) Appearance, Behavior, Cognitive function, Decision-
making, Expression
c) Appearance, Behavior, Consciousness, Delusion,
Emotion
d) Appearance, Behavior, Communication, Delusion,
Emotion
Correct Answer: c) Appearance, Behavior,
Consciousness, Delusion, Emotion
Rationale: The 'ABCDE' mnemonic helps in remembering
the key components of a mental health assessment.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: The therapeutic approach that focuses
on the 'here and now' and challenges clients to take
responsibility for their actions is known as __________
therapy.
Correct Answer: Gestalt
Rationale: Gestalt therapy emphasizes personal
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