PMH-BC exam 2026/2027 Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
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1. Which scenario is an example of tertiary prevention? Linda is having her first
colonoscopy because she just turned 50.
A school nurse is giving a talk about good handwashing to a first-
grade class.
Sam is prescribed an antihypertensive medication to control his
newly diagnosed high blood pressure.
A hearing test is done on a newborn in the hospital.
A pamphlet on nutrition for children is given to all clients in a pediatric
clinic.
2. What is a key trait associated with obsessive-compulsive personality
disorder?
Apathy
Sociability
Meticulousness
Impulsivity
3. In a therapeutic setting, how might understanding Bowlby's attachment
theory influence treatment planning for a patient with anxiety related to
relationships?
Therapists may focus on helping the patient develop secure
attachments and address fears of abandonment.
Therapists may encourage the patient to avoid relationships
altogether.
Therapists may suggest medication as the only solution for anxiety.
, Therapists may prioritize cognitive restructuring over emotional
support.
4. A family member asks the health care team what schizoaffective disorder is
and if it is serious. What is the best response the team member can provide?
Schizoaffective disorder is another name for manic depression, which
is not as serious as schizophrenia.
Schizoaffective disorder is just another name for schizophrenia, so it is
just as serious as schizophrenia is.
Schizoaffective disorder involves symptoms of both schizophrenia
and mood disorders and is a serious disorder.
Schizoaffective disorder is a mild form of schizophrenia, so it is not as
serious as schizophrenia.
5. What is a key feature of Paranoid Personality Disorder?
A pattern of grandiosity and need for admiration.
A lack of interest in social relationships.
Pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of others.
Excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior.
6. Which is the difference between a delusion and a hallucination?
Delusions are inappropriate emotional responses, while hallucinations
are sensory experiences that are not caused by actual external stimuli.
Delusions are sensory experiences that are not caused by actual
external stimuli, while hallucinations are mistaken beliefs.
Delusions are mistaken beliefs, while hallucinations are behaviors
related to mistaken beliefs.
, Delusions are mistaken beliefs, while hallucinations are sensory
experiences that are not caused by actual external stimuli.
7. What is a key characteristic of Bipolar II Disorder?
Multiple episodes of mania
No episodes of depression
Chronic depressive episodes
One episode of hypomania and one episode of depression
8. What is the primary responsibility of Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) in
research?
Conduct the research studies themselves.
Protect the rights and welfare of human research subjects.
Analyze data collected from research.
Approve funding for research projects.
9. According to the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale, which of the following
scores represents anxiety of mild to moderate severity?
0-17
56-76
25-30
18-24
10. Binge-eating disorder is characterized by
typically eating with other people.
, consuming an excessive number of calories in short periods of time
on a regular basis.
guilt-free experiences of overeating.
planning and feeling in control of the binge episodes.
11. Describe how thought blocking can impact a patient's ability to communicate
effectively.
Thought blocking enhances communication by allowing for pauses to
gather thoughts.
Thought blocking has no significant impact on communication.
Thought blocking only affects written communication, not verbal.
Thought blocking can lead to interruptions in speech and difficulty
conveying ideas, which may hinder effective communication.
12. What is the primary role of assessment tools in mental health evaluation?
To provide therapy to patients
To evaluate the presence and severity of mental health disorders
To prescribe medication for treatment
To conduct physical examinations
13. ___________________ is an Abrupt Stop in Speech/Thought
Thought Blocking
Latency of Response
Alogia
Perseveration
Certification | Verified Questions & Accurate Answers
1. Which scenario is an example of tertiary prevention? Linda is having her first
colonoscopy because she just turned 50.
A school nurse is giving a talk about good handwashing to a first-
grade class.
Sam is prescribed an antihypertensive medication to control his
newly diagnosed high blood pressure.
A hearing test is done on a newborn in the hospital.
A pamphlet on nutrition for children is given to all clients in a pediatric
clinic.
2. What is a key trait associated with obsessive-compulsive personality
disorder?
Apathy
Sociability
Meticulousness
Impulsivity
3. In a therapeutic setting, how might understanding Bowlby's attachment
theory influence treatment planning for a patient with anxiety related to
relationships?
Therapists may focus on helping the patient develop secure
attachments and address fears of abandonment.
Therapists may encourage the patient to avoid relationships
altogether.
Therapists may suggest medication as the only solution for anxiety.
, Therapists may prioritize cognitive restructuring over emotional
support.
4. A family member asks the health care team what schizoaffective disorder is
and if it is serious. What is the best response the team member can provide?
Schizoaffective disorder is another name for manic depression, which
is not as serious as schizophrenia.
Schizoaffective disorder is just another name for schizophrenia, so it is
just as serious as schizophrenia is.
Schizoaffective disorder involves symptoms of both schizophrenia
and mood disorders and is a serious disorder.
Schizoaffective disorder is a mild form of schizophrenia, so it is not as
serious as schizophrenia.
5. What is a key feature of Paranoid Personality Disorder?
A pattern of grandiosity and need for admiration.
A lack of interest in social relationships.
Pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of others.
Excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior.
6. Which is the difference between a delusion and a hallucination?
Delusions are inappropriate emotional responses, while hallucinations
are sensory experiences that are not caused by actual external stimuli.
Delusions are sensory experiences that are not caused by actual
external stimuli, while hallucinations are mistaken beliefs.
Delusions are mistaken beliefs, while hallucinations are behaviors
related to mistaken beliefs.
, Delusions are mistaken beliefs, while hallucinations are sensory
experiences that are not caused by actual external stimuli.
7. What is a key characteristic of Bipolar II Disorder?
Multiple episodes of mania
No episodes of depression
Chronic depressive episodes
One episode of hypomania and one episode of depression
8. What is the primary responsibility of Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) in
research?
Conduct the research studies themselves.
Protect the rights and welfare of human research subjects.
Analyze data collected from research.
Approve funding for research projects.
9. According to the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale, which of the following
scores represents anxiety of mild to moderate severity?
0-17
56-76
25-30
18-24
10. Binge-eating disorder is characterized by
typically eating with other people.
, consuming an excessive number of calories in short periods of time
on a regular basis.
guilt-free experiences of overeating.
planning and feeling in control of the binge episodes.
11. Describe how thought blocking can impact a patient's ability to communicate
effectively.
Thought blocking enhances communication by allowing for pauses to
gather thoughts.
Thought blocking has no significant impact on communication.
Thought blocking only affects written communication, not verbal.
Thought blocking can lead to interruptions in speech and difficulty
conveying ideas, which may hinder effective communication.
12. What is the primary role of assessment tools in mental health evaluation?
To provide therapy to patients
To evaluate the presence and severity of mental health disorders
To prescribe medication for treatment
To conduct physical examinations
13. ___________________ is an Abrupt Stop in Speech/Thought
Thought Blocking
Latency of Response
Alogia
Perseveration
