Comprehensive Final Test-Mental Health Proctored Exam

Individuals with personality disorder display a pattern of intense and chaotic relationships with affective instability.

Which of the following statements is true of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

A patient diagnosed with Schizophrenia starts to repeat phrases that others have just said. This type of speech is known as:

A newly admitted patient diagnosed with schizophrenia is hypervigilant and constantly scans the environment. The patient states, "I saw two doctors talking in the hall. They were plotting to kill me."

Erik is a 26-year-old patient who abuses heroin. He states to you, "I’ve been using more heroin lately. I told my counselor about it and she said I need more and more heroin to feel the effect I want.

Which finding best indicates that the goal "Demonstrates mentally healthy behaviour" was achieved?

What is the priority nursing diagnosis for a patient with fluctuating levels of consciousness, disturbed orientation, and hallucinations?

The spouse of a patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder asks what evidence supports the possibility of genetic transmission of bipolar disorders. Which response should the nurse provide?

A voluntarily hospitalized patient tells the nurse, "Get me the forms for discharge. I want to leave now." Select the nurse's best response.

Which indication warrants the use of seclusion?

A patient with psychosis became aggressive, struck another patient, and required seclusion. Select the best documentation.

A patient's care plan includes monitoring for auditory hallucinations. Which assessment findings suggest the patient may be hallucinating?

A patient's care plan includes monitoring for auditory hallucinations. Which assessment findings suggest the patient may be hallucinating?

A nurse asks a patient, "If you had a fever and vomiting for 3 days, what would you do?" Which aspect of the mental status examination is the nurse assessing?

Which falls within the parameters of the normal initial course of treatment for ECT?

Select the best question for the nurse to ask to help her assess a family's ability to cope?

The doctor has explained Grace's condition as post-op Delirium, as well as the probable outcome to Grace's family. Which of the following statements by the family would indicate understanding of what

A patient diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease looks confused when the phone rings and cannot recall many common household objects by name, such as a pencil or glass. The nurse can document this loss of

The mother of a 6-year-old child expresses concern over the child's frequent temper outbursts. He deals with any frustration by bullying and hitting, and seldom shows any remorse for his actions. The

A patient reveals that she induces vomiting as often as a dozen times a day. Which of the following would the nurse expect assessment findings to reveal?

A patient was admitted two weeks ago with depression and suicidal ideation. As the nurse monitoring the patient, what are some "covert" statements that would cause you concern?

Which of the following is the greatest protective factor against the risk of suicide?

Your patient with Bi-polar disorder is exhibiting mania. They are disruptive on the unit, often crossing boundaries with other patients personal space. Where is the best location on the ward for this

A patient begins a new program to assist with building social skills. In which part of the plan of care should a nurse record the item, "Encourage patient to attend one psychoeducational group daily"?

Which nursing intervention demonstrates false imprisonment?