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NURS 6660N MIDTERM EXAM 2 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS Question 1 Which of the following statements is true with respect to children who present to care acutely due to violent, enraged behavior? A. Under no circumstances should the PMHNP approach this patient. B. Prepubertal children typically require medication as they are too young to respond to conversation. C. Children who have a history of repeated, self-limited, severe tantrums require at least a 72-hour admission. ...

NURS 6660N MIDTERM EXAM 1 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS Jack is a 3-year-old boy who is being evaluated for developmental delay. The mental status examination is significant for an inability to stack two blocks or draw a circle. The PMHNP also appreciates the inability to attend to any task for more than a few seconds. These findings indicate an abnormality in: A. Social relatedness B. Thought process and content C. Motor behavior D. Judgment and insight C During the mental status exam...

NURS 6640 MIDTERM EXAM 5 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS QUESTION 1 1. The PMHNP understands that anxiety and depression are two disorders in which their symptoms may overlap. When discussing this, you explain that the autonomic nervous system is activated and further helps distinguish anxiety symptoms by making the following points: 2. A. “You may experience an elevated heart rate, constant worrying, and diarrhea.” B. “You may experience fear, sweating, and muscle tension.” C. “You...

NURS 6640 MIDTERM EXAM 4 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS • Question 1 1 out of 1 points A 35-year-old patient seeks treatment for depression and anxiety after an abusive relationship. To help empower the patient, the PMHNP wants to teach the safe-place exercise to create a feeling of calm. In order to walk the patient through the exercise, the PMHNP first says: Selected Answer: A. “Identify an image of a safe place that makes you feel calm.” • Question 2 1 out of 1 poin...

NURS 6650 FINAL EXAM 3 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS Q ANSWER 1 Group participation is an important aspect of how successful group therapy will be. The PMHNP recognizes that the gender of group participants can play a role in the likelihood of group participation. Which statement about gender and group composition does the PMHNP take into account? A. Men display more intimacy and less competition in all-male groups. B. Women display less intimacy and more competition in all-female groups. C...

NURS 6650 FINAL EXAM 2 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS • QUESTION/ANSWER 1 2 of 2 point In a group therapy session for adolescents, a 15-year-old patient says he has trouble making conversation with people he does not know well. Based on the principle of development of socializing techniques, what explicit approach might the PMHNP take? Selected Answer: C. Have group members conduct a role play to practice making conversation • QUESTION/ANSWER 2 2 of 2 point One group me...

NURS 6650 FINAL EXAM 1 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS (75/75 POINTS) • Question 1 0 out of 0 points When completing this exam, did you comply with Walden University’s Code of Conduct including the expectations for academic integrity? Selected Answer: Yes • Question 2 1 out of 1 points One member of a therapy group had been quiet for the first several sessions. The member revealed to the other members feeling of depression and emptiness. This week, the member was full of...

NURS 6650 MIDTERM EXAM 2 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS (75/75) 2023 UPDATE • Question 1 The PMHNP is meeting with the parents of a school-aged girl. The mother reports feeling frustrated, because they cannot get their daughter to do her homework. “All she wants to do is play on her phone,” the father reports. The mother tells the PMHNP that they have tried threatening her by telling her that she won’t be able to have her friends over and that she won’t be allowed to watch TV. Whic...

NURS 6650 MIDTERM EXAM 1 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS (75/75) • Question 1 1 out of 1 points While in a family therapy session, a wife comments, “Instead of spending time with me, he is usually watching sports on television.” Using an emotionally focused family therapy approach, what is an appropriate response by a PMHNP using an evocative question technique? Selected Answer: B. “How are you feeling now as you are sharing that?” • Question 2 0 out of 1 points ...

NURS 6640 FINAL EXAM 2 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS Question 1 1. The PMHNP is actively listening to Ms. Thomas who is detoxing from alcohol. Ms. Thomas is currently discussing with the PMHNP the reasons why she feels guilty about her drinking. Ms. Thomas tearfully states, “I have driven my family and friends away with this terrible habit. I have no one left. I had more than enough chances and now my children won‟t even talk to me.” Which of the following statements demonstrate a simple ...

NURS 6640 FINAL EXAM 7 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS NURS 6640 FINAL EXAM 7 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS • Question 1 1 out of 1 points Following an attempted suicide, Mr. Durham was admitted to an acute psychiatric facility. After 4 weeks in treatment, he is preparing for discharge. He is beginning to miss individual and group therapy sessions and has refused medications twice in the past 2 days. The PMHNP demonstrates understanding in...

NUNP 6640 FINAL EXAM 6 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS • Question 1 1 out of 1 points The PMHNP is caring for a young adult patient with whom the PMHNP decides to use a dynamic supportive therapy approach in addition to pharmacological intervention. Which therapeutic action will the PMHNP take to employ the strategy of holding and containing the patient? Selected Answer: B. Asking the patient how the patient feels • Question 2 1 out of 1 points A 21-year-old patient has ...

NURS 6640 FINAL EXAM 5- QUESTION AND ANSWERS Question 1 1 out of 1 points A PMHNP is using interpersonal psychotherapy with a 40-year-old patient having relationship problems with his extended family. The patient shares that he has been using the strategies they identified to reduce his distress, but they have not been helping. He is frustrated and is considering stopping treatment. What would be an appropriate step by the PMHNP? Selected Answer: A. Encourage the patient t...

• Question 1 1 out of 1 points A PMHNP is using Gestalt therapy to communicate with a 50-year-old patient who is going through a divorce. As he is calmly sharing the details of his divorce, the PMHNP notices that Dave is tapping his fingers on his legs. What is an appropriate response by the PMHNP using the technique of focusing? Selected Answer: A. “I noticed that your fingers were tapping. Can you give a voice to your fingers?” • Question 2 1 out of 1 points A ...

NURS 6640 FINAL EXAM 3 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS • Question 1 1 out of 1 points A PMHNP is using Gestalt therapy to communicate with a 50-year-old patient who is going through a divorce. As he is calmly sharing the details of his divorce, the PMHNP notices that Dave is tapping his fingers on his legs. What is an appropriate response by the PMHNP using the technique of focusing? Selected Answer: A. “I noticed that your fingers were tapping. Can you give a voice to you...

NURS 6640 FINAL EXAM 1 – QUESTION WITH ANSWERS Question 1 1 out of 1 points A PMHNP has been treating a 9-year-old patient who was referred by her school. Students are asked to raise their hands before speaking during group discussion, but the patient seems to blurt out what she wants to say without being called on. She also interrupts other children while they are talking instead of waiting her turn. When the patient gets frustrated, she has trouble controlling her emotions and cries...

NURS 6640 FINAL EXAM 1 – QUESTION WITH ANSWERS Question 1 1 out of 1 points A PMHNP has been treating a 9-year-old patient who was referred by her school. Students are asked to raise their hands before speaking during group discussion, but the patient seems to blurt out what she wants to say without being called on. She also interrupts other children while they are talking instead of waiting her turn. When the patient gets frustrated, she has trouble controlling her emotions and cries...

NURS 6630 FINAL EXAM 5 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS • Question 1 1 out of 1 points Mrs. Rosen is a 49-year-old patient who is experiencing fibro-fog. What does the PMHNP prescribe for Mrs. Rosen to improve this condition? Selected Answer: D. All of the above • Question 2 0 out of 1 points An elderly woman with a history of Alzheimer’s disease, coronary artery disease, and myocardial infarction had a fall at home 3 months ago that resulted in her receiving an open ...

NURS 6630 MIDTERM EXAM 5 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS • Question 1 1 out of 1 points During assessment a patient states “Why are you asking me about my heart, I am here for my head”, the PMHNP’s best response is: Selected Answer: D. “Anxiety can cause cortisol levels to increase and when this happens frequently it puts you at risk for comorbidities such as type 2 diabetes.” • Question 2 1 out of 1 points During gene expression, what must occur prior to a ge...

NURS 6630 FINAL EXAM 3 – QUESTION AND ANSWERS The parents of a 7-year-old patient with ADHD are concerned about the effects of stimulants on their child. The parents prefer to start pharmacological treatment with a non-stimulant. Which medication will the PMHNP will most likely prescribe? A. Strattera B. Concerta C. Daytrana D. Adderall The PMHNP is meeting with the parents of an 8-year-old patient who is receiving an initial prescription for D-amphetamine. The PMHNP demonstrates approp...