Psych Exam 2
that 1’1l never
During a multifamily support group, a client says, «gometimes I feel sad
is an
have a good marriage like each of my siblings do. » Which of the following
appropriate response by the nurse to facilitate group discussion of this issuc?
Would anyone else like to talk about similar feelings?
e
Maybe you should stop feeling sorry for yourself.
o
Perhaps there’s a way for you to become a good partner.
O
Do you feel your siblings are better than you?
B
The nurse is leading a group therapy session with a client who has bipolar disorder and
repeatedly attempts to monopolize the session. The nurse has thanked the client for their
mput, .but reminded them that others need to have an opportunity to contribute. After a
few minutes, the client repeats the same behavior. Which of the following actions should
the nurse perform to manage this clients behavior?
a. Suggest the client limit their suggestions to 2 to 3 per session
b. Assign the client to another group after discussing the behavior.
c. Tell the client to stop trying to control the session in a firm but compassionate manner.
d. Ask the client to wait outside the room for a few minutes to calm down.
wing interventions by
The nurse is leading in a new self-esteem group. Which of the follo
the group?
the nurse is best for assuming mutual respect within
are disrespectful will be asked to leave.
Announce that any me mbers who inning
im po rt an ce of tre ati ng eac h other with consideration at the beg
Describe the
of each session. group.
describing the p urpose norms, and. expectations of
. ,
Gi ve me mb er s a br oc hu re end discussions.
er s tha t the gr ou p lea der will always begin and
Reinforce to memb
, 4. Thenurse and client are in the termination phase of the nurse-client relationship. Which
interventions from the box below occur during this phase?
1. Summarize personal accomplishments.
2. Focus on problem solving.
3. Describe the meeting purpose.
4. Work on achieving goals.
S. Identify rules during interactions.
6. Summarize insights achieved.
1,6
5s 6
o
-4.6
3,6
o
B
S The nurse is leading a group session and observes a member rubbing their head roughly.
The nurse states, “I noticed you rubbing your head. Can you tell me how you feel right
now?” Which of the following communication techniques is the nurse demonstrating?
, e Nurse gq,
Ucator I is developmg
: a coping skills group for the mental health unit.: The
T underg : h ;
€Velopment Yoo il:::s that during the planning phase, the first step in the group
As et s
Prilx:tf:;:"n::;n- fll’e.CUITenl. group to test out a few ideas and get feedback.
goos
Dacifie the l'li:l s 1m.med|a|e.ly so the group can start the next day.
specific clients to invite to the new group by end of shift.
Identify the name, objective, and desired outcomes of the group.
Following a therapeutic group session, the nurse hears a client say to another, “I never
thought that other people had the same problems that I have.” The nurse understands that
this statement reflects which of the following therapeutic factors?
Group cohesiveness
gooew
Catharsis
Imitative behavior
Universality
The nurse is caring for a group of clients on a mental health unit. The nurse
overhears one client telling the other clients that, “the doctor on dayshift
can’t stand me.” Which of the following defense mechanisms is the client
using?
a. Protection
b. Rationalization
C: Identification
d. Repression
that 1’1l never
During a multifamily support group, a client says, «gometimes I feel sad
is an
have a good marriage like each of my siblings do. » Which of the following
appropriate response by the nurse to facilitate group discussion of this issuc?
Would anyone else like to talk about similar feelings?
e
Maybe you should stop feeling sorry for yourself.
o
Perhaps there’s a way for you to become a good partner.
O
Do you feel your siblings are better than you?
B
The nurse is leading a group therapy session with a client who has bipolar disorder and
repeatedly attempts to monopolize the session. The nurse has thanked the client for their
mput, .but reminded them that others need to have an opportunity to contribute. After a
few minutes, the client repeats the same behavior. Which of the following actions should
the nurse perform to manage this clients behavior?
a. Suggest the client limit their suggestions to 2 to 3 per session
b. Assign the client to another group after discussing the behavior.
c. Tell the client to stop trying to control the session in a firm but compassionate manner.
d. Ask the client to wait outside the room for a few minutes to calm down.
wing interventions by
The nurse is leading in a new self-esteem group. Which of the follo
the group?
the nurse is best for assuming mutual respect within
are disrespectful will be asked to leave.
Announce that any me mbers who inning
im po rt an ce of tre ati ng eac h other with consideration at the beg
Describe the
of each session. group.
describing the p urpose norms, and. expectations of
. ,
Gi ve me mb er s a br oc hu re end discussions.
er s tha t the gr ou p lea der will always begin and
Reinforce to memb
, 4. Thenurse and client are in the termination phase of the nurse-client relationship. Which
interventions from the box below occur during this phase?
1. Summarize personal accomplishments.
2. Focus on problem solving.
3. Describe the meeting purpose.
4. Work on achieving goals.
S. Identify rules during interactions.
6. Summarize insights achieved.
1,6
5s 6
o
-4.6
3,6
o
B
S The nurse is leading a group session and observes a member rubbing their head roughly.
The nurse states, “I noticed you rubbing your head. Can you tell me how you feel right
now?” Which of the following communication techniques is the nurse demonstrating?
, e Nurse gq,
Ucator I is developmg
: a coping skills group for the mental health unit.: The
T underg : h ;
€Velopment Yoo il:::s that during the planning phase, the first step in the group
As et s
Prilx:tf:;:"n::;n- fll’e.CUITenl. group to test out a few ideas and get feedback.
goos
Dacifie the l'li:l s 1m.med|a|e.ly so the group can start the next day.
specific clients to invite to the new group by end of shift.
Identify the name, objective, and desired outcomes of the group.
Following a therapeutic group session, the nurse hears a client say to another, “I never
thought that other people had the same problems that I have.” The nurse understands that
this statement reflects which of the following therapeutic factors?
Group cohesiveness
gooew
Catharsis
Imitative behavior
Universality
The nurse is caring for a group of clients on a mental health unit. The nurse
overhears one client telling the other clients that, “the doctor on dayshift
can’t stand me.” Which of the following defense mechanisms is the client
using?
a. Protection
b. Rationalization
C: Identification
d. Repression
