NUR2459 Mental Health (2025) comprehensive questions and
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A 16 year old is admitted to the adolescent unit with a diagnosis of
conduct disorder. This condition is often manifested by what behavior.
A. Physical aggression in violation of others
B. Compassion
C. Yelling and name calling Ans✓✓✓ A. Physical aggression in violation
of others
A 28 y.o male client has poor relationships and is suspicious of other.
According to Ericksons theory of psychological adjustment, at what
stage were tasks unmet?
A. Autonomy vs. Shame and doubt
B. Initiative vs. Guilt
C. Industry vs. inferiority
D. Trust vs. mistrust Ans✓✓✓ D. Trust vs. mistrust
A 4 year old child states to the nurse: "If i can make a big enough wish,
my dad wont be dead anymore". What is the conclusion made by the
nurse?
A. The child is voicing thought that are normal for children this age
B. The child is making up a story so sad feelings will not be as painful
C. This is magical thinking, generally used by older children
,D. The child is repeasting something he heard other children say
Ans✓✓✓ A. The child is voicing thought that are normal for children
this age
A 7 year old male client has severe bruising on his arms and injury to his
abdomen. The nurse should consider child abuse if the parents act in
what manner?
A. The parents remain with the child throughout the assessment
B. The parents delayed seeking treatment
C. The parents asked the child to explain what happened
D. The parents show concern for the child Ans✓✓✓ B. The parents
delayed seeking treatment
A 7 year old male without any other diagnosed problem engages in jaw
clenching, rocking back and forth and unable to engage in physical
contact. The nurse recognizes that this is which of the following
conditions?
A. Sterotypic movement disorder
B. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
C. Tourettes Disorder
D. Autism spectrum disorder Ans✓✓✓ D. Autism spectrum disorder
A 79 year old client admitted that his daughter hits him while helping
him dress each morning. Whats the appropriate nursing action?
A. The family member is to be charged for this offense
, b. It is a requirement that he be removed for his safety
C. The nurse is required to make sure the proper authority is informed
D. A competency hearing must be scheduled for the client Ans✓✓✓ C.
The nurse is required to make sure the proper authority is informed
A child diagnosed on the autism spectrum may experience repetitive
behaviors. Which of the following are examples of repetitive behavior
which could be observed? SATA
A. Avoiding body contact
B. Language Delays
C. Spinning in circles
D. Limited function play
E. Flapping their hands Ans✓✓✓ C. Spinning in circles
E. Flapping their hands
A child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, makes no eye
contact, does not respond to verbal directions from staff members and
constantly twists, spins and head bangs. which of the following would
be the best nursing action?
A. Place the child in seclusion as the behavior is unnacceptable
B. Instructing the child to follow directions from the staff
C. Ensuring the child does not recieve an injury from body movements
D. Showing the child how to maintain eye contact Ans✓✓✓ C. Ensuring
the child does not recieve an injury from body movements
verified detailed solutions (MULTIPLE CHOICES) |100%
CORRECT!!
A 16 year old is admitted to the adolescent unit with a diagnosis of
conduct disorder. This condition is often manifested by what behavior.
A. Physical aggression in violation of others
B. Compassion
C. Yelling and name calling Ans✓✓✓ A. Physical aggression in violation
of others
A 28 y.o male client has poor relationships and is suspicious of other.
According to Ericksons theory of psychological adjustment, at what
stage were tasks unmet?
A. Autonomy vs. Shame and doubt
B. Initiative vs. Guilt
C. Industry vs. inferiority
D. Trust vs. mistrust Ans✓✓✓ D. Trust vs. mistrust
A 4 year old child states to the nurse: "If i can make a big enough wish,
my dad wont be dead anymore". What is the conclusion made by the
nurse?
A. The child is voicing thought that are normal for children this age
B. The child is making up a story so sad feelings will not be as painful
C. This is magical thinking, generally used by older children
,D. The child is repeasting something he heard other children say
Ans✓✓✓ A. The child is voicing thought that are normal for children
this age
A 7 year old male client has severe bruising on his arms and injury to his
abdomen. The nurse should consider child abuse if the parents act in
what manner?
A. The parents remain with the child throughout the assessment
B. The parents delayed seeking treatment
C. The parents asked the child to explain what happened
D. The parents show concern for the child Ans✓✓✓ B. The parents
delayed seeking treatment
A 7 year old male without any other diagnosed problem engages in jaw
clenching, rocking back and forth and unable to engage in physical
contact. The nurse recognizes that this is which of the following
conditions?
A. Sterotypic movement disorder
B. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
C. Tourettes Disorder
D. Autism spectrum disorder Ans✓✓✓ D. Autism spectrum disorder
A 79 year old client admitted that his daughter hits him while helping
him dress each morning. Whats the appropriate nursing action?
A. The family member is to be charged for this offense
, b. It is a requirement that he be removed for his safety
C. The nurse is required to make sure the proper authority is informed
D. A competency hearing must be scheduled for the client Ans✓✓✓ C.
The nurse is required to make sure the proper authority is informed
A child diagnosed on the autism spectrum may experience repetitive
behaviors. Which of the following are examples of repetitive behavior
which could be observed? SATA
A. Avoiding body contact
B. Language Delays
C. Spinning in circles
D. Limited function play
E. Flapping their hands Ans✓✓✓ C. Spinning in circles
E. Flapping their hands
A child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, makes no eye
contact, does not respond to verbal directions from staff members and
constantly twists, spins and head bangs. which of the following would
be the best nursing action?
A. Place the child in seclusion as the behavior is unnacceptable
B. Instructing the child to follow directions from the staff
C. Ensuring the child does not recieve an injury from body movements
D. Showing the child how to maintain eye contact Ans✓✓✓ C. Ensuring
the child does not recieve an injury from body movements
