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MH Exam 4

Chapters 18, 19, 21-24

QuestionAnswer
A client states, "I keep thinking my hands are contaminated." This is? Obsession
Which intervention is priority for a client experiencing panic-level anxiety? Ensure safety
A client taking benzodiazepines should be instructed to? Avoid drinking if drowsy
Which behavior indicates mania? Grandiosity
Which statement describes somatization? Physical symptoms without medical cause
A client states, "I failed because the test was unfair." This is? Rationalization
What is a hallmark of PTSD? Flashback
Factitious disorder differs from malingering because? No external reward
Which condition is linked to psychobiological factors? Diabetes, Angina, Hypertension
Which statement indicates depression? "I have no interest in anything"
Which stage of illness involves seeking medical care? Medical care
Which is a feature of Bipolar 1 disorder? Mania and Depression
Seasonal affective disorder is treated with? Phototherapy
Which level of anxiety enhance learning? Mild
A client with conversion disorder typically? Has real neurologic symptoms without cause
Which is a side effect of benzodiazepines? Sedation
Which is a benefit of group therapy? Peer support
A client with PTSD is most likely to exhibit? Hypervigilance
Which is the primary goal of treating eating disorders? Behavioral health improvement
Which disorder involves multiple personalities? Dissociative identity disorder
Which is a sign of severe anxiety? Narrow perception
Which hormone imbalance contributes to depression? Serotonin
Which is a coping mechanism? Denial
Which indicates effective coping? Problem-solving
Which describes displacement? Redirecting emotions
PTSD manifestations include: Flashbacks, Nightmares, Hypervigilance, Emotional numbness
Symptoms of depression include: Fatigue, Insomnia, Anhedonia, Suicidal ideation
Benzodiazepine teaching includes: Avoid alcohol, Risk of dependence, Causes drowsiness
Defense mechanisms includes: Projection, Sublimation, Rationalization, Displacement
Benefits of group therapy: Peer support, Shared experiences, Feedback, Skill building
Somatic symptom disorder risk factors: Trauma, Stress, Genetics, Multiple providers
Mania manifestations: Decreased sleep, Grandiosity, Increased energy, Rapid speech
Psychobiological conditions include: Hypertension, IBS, Asthma, Migraine
Anxiety physical symptoms: Sweating, Tachycardia, Muscle tension, Sleep disturbance
Eating disorder characteristics: Distorted body image, Fear of weight gain, Control issues, Nutritional imbalance
Sleep interventions include: Quiet environment, Regular routine, Comfort measures, Reduce disturbances
Dissociative disorder features: Memory loss, Identity disruption. Detachment. Anxiety
Levels of anxiety: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Chronic
Depression treatment includes: SSRIs, CBT, ECT, Therapy
Illness stages include: Symptoms, Sick role, Medical care, Dependency, Recovery
Which type of coping mechanism describes exercising at the gym to reduce stress? Physical
Obsession are constant thoughts where a compulsion is the excessive acts or behaviors? True
A teen is caught stealing a textbook, he lost his needs to study. States he can by a new one as he can't afford it? Rationalization
Client has feelings that rapidly bounces from deep sadness to great joy. What do you suspect? Bipolar disorder
Phototherapy is effective treatment to use when diagnosed with what disorder? Seasonal affective disorder
Which antidepressant classification when combined with tyramine can cause the nervous system to be overexcited? MAOIs
Which of the following is not an SSRI? Amitriptyline
Benefits of group therapy includes which of the following? Decreasing feelings of isolation and gain support/encouragement from others
Which of the following is not an action a nurse should take with a client who has acute anxiety? Avoid eye contact
8 year old boy is acting out at home his parents bring him in for therapy. What way is best to gain the child's input? Art therapy
Defense mechanism: nursing student is stressed about an exam they start painting to express and distract themselves? Sublimation
___________ are somatic complaints stimulated on purpose to achieve some type of gain such as caring from others? Factitious disorder
A teen client is angry at their partner so they direct their anger at their sibling, a perceived less threat of a target? Displacement
Client is overwhelmed with terror reaching exhaustion, unable to think, moderate anxiety is what is being experiences? False it's panic
Having anxiety and experienced childhood trauma are risk factors for somatic symptom disorder? True
Which of the following is not a manifestation of depression? Mania (despair, sadness, disappointment)
Goal of treatment during first phase of depression is to reduce symptoms and inappropriate behavior? True
Created by: efilchner
 

 



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