ANCC PMHNP Review Questions Graded A

Denial is a defense mechanism that keeps some aspect of reality from one's conscious awareness. Isolation of affect is detaching feelings from a particular experience. Intellectualization is abstract thinking. Pre-group: leader considers direction & framework. 1. Forming: Orientation. Goals & expectations are identified & boundaries established. 2. Storming: Transition. Members test & act out to define themselves & the group norms. Members should feel free to disagree with each other. 3. Norming: Cohesiveness. Members develop standards (cohesiveness). Therapeutic alliance forms 4. Working; Performing. Individual growth & team productivity, & effectiveness occur. Members experiment with new ideas or behaviors & egalitarianism develops. 5. Adjourning; Termination. The closure of the group. Primary task; discuss & review outcomes & achievements, explore feelings of what worked (and what didn't), and any feelings of loss. Introducing new concerns or initiatives is not appropriate. The PMHNP has the authority, accountability, and responsibility to change nursing practice, make decisions in care, and take action consistent with the obligation to promote health and provide optimal care. Correct answer: It allows patients to attend exclusively to their own needs The benefits