Mental Health Proctored Exam (Examplify)

After 1 week of continuous mental confusion, an elderly client is admitted with a preliminary diagnosis of major neurocognitive disorder (NCD) due to Alzheimer's disease. Based on the nurse's knowledg

Which clinical features are most characteristic of Lewy Body dementia?

An elderly client is experiencing progressive changes in memory that have interfered with personal, social, and occupational functioning. The client exhibits poor judgment and has a short attention sp

Mr. Feisty has mild Alzheimer's disease (AD) diagnosed 2 years ago after progressive short-term memory decline. His wife reports that over the last three weeks he has shown irritable mood, anhedonia,

Mr. Feisty has mild Alzheimer's disease (AD) diagnosed 2 years ago after progressive short-term memory decline. His wife reports that over the last three weeks he has shown irritable mood, anhedonia,

Mr. Feisty has mild Alzheimer's disease (AD) diagnosed 2 years ago after progressive short-term memory decline. His wife reports that over the last three weeks he has shown irritable mood, anhedonia,

A family asks why their father is attending activity groups at the long-term care facility. The son states, "My father worked hard all of his life. He just needs some rest at this point." Which is the

At what time during a 24-hour period should a nurse expect clients with Alzheimer's disease to exhibit more pronounced symptoms?

A client diagnosed with bulimia nervosa has a nursing diagnosis of ineffective coping related to (R/T) feelings of loneliness as evidence by (AEB) bingeing then purging when alone. Which is an appropr

Which of the following signs and symptoms supports a diagnosis of depression in an adolescent? Select all that apply.

Depression in the elderly is often characterized by:

Maya's parents state she becomes irritable and aggressive in response to sensory challenges and changes in routine. They are interested in learning about all of the available options to support her sa

A physician orders mixed amphetamine salts (Adderall) for a child diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which information about this medication should the nurse provide to th

Which psychiatric disorder would a nurse most likely to expect to see newly diagnosed in a geriatric client?

The nurse suspects a client is experiencing delirium. Which specific assessment information would support this suspicion?

A parent describes a 3-year-old child in constant motion and is unable to sit still during story time. The parent is concerned about this behavior. Which nursing response indicates an appropriate eval

The family members of a patient with vascular dementia note that the patient is acting like herself and that she has returned to baseline. As the nurse, you want to be sure that the family understands

A nursing instructor is teaching about pharmacological treatments for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which information about atomoxetine (Strattera) should be included in the lesson

A 23-year old male presents to the outpatient clinic for his annual physical exam. He endorses periods of bingeing on certain foods, and then feeling guilty and attempting to purge the calories by ind

A 23-year old male presents to the outpatient clinic for his annual physical exam. He endorses periods of bingeing on certain foods, and then feeling guilty and attempting to purge the calories by ind

A 19-year old female is being hospitalized with a BMI of 16. For over a year, she has been dieting and has become more withdrawn from friends and family. She continues to perform well in college class

A 19-year old female is being hospitalized with a BMI of 16. For over a year, she has been dieting and has become more withdrawn from friends and family. She continues to perform well in college class

The client has a nursing diagnosis of "altered body image as evidence by client claims of "feeling fat" despite emaciated appearance (extremely thin)". Which is the most appropriate outcome goal for t

A child with a diagnosis of ODD begins yelling at staff members when asked to leave group therapy because of inappropriate language. Which nursing intervention would be the most therapeutic approach?

A nurse is caring for a 6-year-old client with autism spectrum disorder. Which intervention is most appropriate to promote communication?