Mental Health - Ch 1: Mental Health and Mental Illness

A nurse, active in local consumer mental health groups and in local state and mental health associations, keeps aware of state and national legislation affecting mental illness treatment. How can this nurse positively affect the climate for effective, mental health treatment? a. "by becoming active in politics leading to a potential political career" b. "by educating the public on the effects that stigmatizing has on a mental health client" c. "advocating for laws that would make the involuntary long-term commitment process easier and faster for caregivers of mentally ill persons d. advocating for reduced mental health insurance benefits to discourage abuse of the system by inappropriate psychiatric admissions"

"By educating the public on the effects that stigmatizing has on mental health clients." Nurses who are aware of legislative concerns and who are active in organizations that promote mental health awareness and appropriate and equal treatment for mental illness help achieve the goal of parity, or equality of treatment for mentally ill individuals. Becoming active in politics may be a personal goal but does not directly or necessarily reduce stigma or encourage treatment equality. The other options are undesirable outcomes.

A 29-year-old patient has been admitted following a suicide attempt. Which nursing statement illustrates the concept of patient advocacy? a. "Dr. Raye, I notice you ordered fluoxetine for this patient. During the admission interview, the client stated they will refuse the medication because of adverse effects they experienced previously" b. "Dr. Raye, during the admissions interview the patient stated that there is a family history of three other suicide attempts in the past" c. "I'd like you to tell me more about your depression and your suicide attempt?" d. "I will take you on a tour of the unit and orient you to the rules so you can get adjusted here"

"Dr. Raye, I notice you ordered fluoxetine for this patient. During the admission interview, the client stated they will refuse the medication because of adverse effects they experienced previously." By letting the provider know that the patient does not want the treatment the provider is prescribing, you have advocated for the patient and her right to make decisions regarding her treatment. The other selections do not describe patient advocacy since they do not represent actions by the nurse that the patient is incapable of on their own.DIF: Cognitive Level: Analyze (Analysis)REF: page 16TOP: Nursing Process: ImplementationMSC: NCLEX: Safe and Effective Care Environment

Resilience is characteristics of mental health that allows people to adapt to tragedies, trauma, and loss. Which client behavior demonstrates this characteristic? a. "my mother made decisions about my husband's funeral when I just couldn't do that" b. "losing my job was hard but my skills will helps me get another one" c. "in spite of all the treatment, I know i'll never be really healthy" d. "my kids, happiness is worth any sacrifice I have to make"

"Losing my job was hard but my skills will help me get another one." Resilience is a characteristic that helps individuals cope with loss and trauma that may occur in life. Dependence is described as relying on others for decision making and care. Pessimism is a life philosophy that things are more likely to go wrong than right. Altruism is described as putting others before yourself.

A nurse's identification badge includes the term, "Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse." A client with a history of paranoia asks, "What does that title mean?" Keeping in mind the diagnosis of the patient, how should the nurse respond to this question? "Don't be afraid; it means I'm here to help, not hurt, you." "Psychiatric mental health nurses care for people with mental illnesses." "We have the specialized skills needed to care for those with mental illnesses." "The nurses who work in mental health facilities have that title."

"We have the specialized skills needed to care for those with mental illnesses." A psychiatric mental health nurse has specialized nursing skills and implements the nursing process to manage and deliver nursing care to the mentally ill. The remaining options either do not effectively answer the client's question or assume that the question is the result of the client's paranoia.

A new nurse has accepted a position as staff nurse on a psychiatric unit. Which statement made by the new nurse requires additional instructions regarding the therapies provided on the unit? a. "you will participate in unit activities and groups daily" b. "you will be given a schedule daily of the groups we would like you to attend" c. "you will attend a psychotherapy group that I lead that will help you care for yourself" d. "you will see your provider daily in a one-to-one session

"You will attend a psychotherapy group that I lead that will help you care for yourself." Basic level RNs cannot perform psychotherapy. The other options are all appropriate expectations of a patient's schedule on a psychiatric unit.

What client assessment data demonstrates parity related to mental health care? The client is admitted for a 72-hour mental hygiene evaluation. Advance practice nurse can be certified as psychiatric nurse specialist. A client's mental health coverage is equal to his/her medical/surgical coverage. A client who has attempted suicide is hospitalized for a mental health evaluation.

A client's mental health coverage is equal to his/her medical/surgical coverage. Parity refers to equivalence that requires insurers who provide mental health coverage to offer annual and lifetime benefits at the same level provided for medical/surgical coverage. None of the other options are associated with mental health insurance coverage.

According to the DSM-V, which statement made by an adult client supports the criteria for generalized anxiety disorder? (Select all that apply) a. I've been really anxious for at least 2 years now b. my anxiety had to be genetic; my mom was a terrible worrier too c. my marriage is in trouble because I'm always so irritable d. I've had a good physical and my health care provider says I'm in good health e. its hard falling asleep and even harder staying asleep; I'm restless all night

A, C, D, E I've been really anxious for at least 2 years now.The DSM-V criteria for generalized anxiety disorder include excessive anxiety and worry (apprehensive expectation), occurring more days than not for at least 6 months; sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless, unsatisfying sleep) and irritability; the anxiety, worry, or physical symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning; the disturbance is not attributable to the physiological effects of a substance (e.g., a drug of abuse, a medication) or another medical condition. Family history is not a recognized criterion for generalized anxiety disorder. My anxiety has to be genetic; my mom was a terrible worrier too. The DSM-V criteria for generalized anxiety disorder include excessive anxiety and worry (apprehensive expectation), occurring more days than not for at least 6 months; sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless, unsatisfying sleep) and irritability; the anxiety, worry, or physical symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning; the disturbance is not attributable to the physiological effects of a substance (e.g., a drug of abuse, a medication) or another medical condition. Family history is not a recognized criterion for generalized anxiety disorder. My marriage is in trouble because I'm always so irritable.The DSM-V criteria for generalized anxiety disorder include excessive anxiety and worry (apprehensive expectation), occurring more days than not for at least 6 months; sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless, unsatisfying sleep) and irritability; the anxiety, worry, or physical symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning; the disturbance is not attributable to the physiological effects of a substance (e.g., a drug of abuse, a medication) or another medical condition. Family history is not a recognized criterion for generalized anxiety disorder. I've had a good physical and my health care provider says I'm in good health.The DSM-V criteria for generalized anxiety disorder include excessive anxiety and worry (apprehensive expectation), occurring more days than not for at least 6 months; sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless, unsatisfying sleep) and irritability; the anxiety, worry, or physical symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning; the disturbance is not attributable to the physiological effects of a substance (e.g., a drug of abuse, a medication) or another medical condition. Family history is not a recognized criterion for generalized anxiety disorder. Its hard falling asleep and even harder staying asleep; I'm restless all night.The DSM-V criteria for generalized anxiety disorder include excessive anxiety and worry (apprehensive expectation), occurring more days than not for at least 6 months; sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless, unsatisfying sleep) and irritability; the anxiety, worry, or physical symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning; the disturbance is not attributable to the physiological effects of a substance (e.g., a drug of abuse, a medication) or another medical condition. Family history is not a recognized criterion for generalized anxiety disorder.

Which statement made by a patient demonstrates a healthy degree of resilience? (Select all that apply) a. "I try to remember not to take other people's bad moods personally." b. "I know that if I get really mad I'll end up being depressed." c. "I really feel that sometimes bad things are meant to happen." d. "I've learned to calm down before trying to defend my opinion." e. "I know that discussing issues with my boss would help me get my point across."

A, D, E

Which statement about mental illness is true? a. mental illness is a matter of individual nonconformity with societal norms. b. mental illness is present when irrational and illogical behavior occurs c. mental illness changes with culture, time in history, political systems, and the groups defining it d. mental illness is evaluated solely by considering individual control over behavior and appraisal of reality

C

Recognizing the frequency of depression among the American population, the nurse should advocate for which mental health promotion intervention? a. including discussions on depression as part of school health classes b. providing regular depression screening for adolescent and teenage students c. increasing the number of community-based depression hotlines available to the public d. encouraging senior centers to provide information on accessing community depression resources

B

When considering stigmatization, which statement made by the nurse demonstrates a need for immediate intervention by the nurse manager? a. "Depression seems to be a real problem among the teenage population." b. "My experience had been that the Irish have a problem with alcohol use." c. "Women are at a greater risk for developing suicidal thoughts then acting on them." d. "We've admitted several military veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder this month."

B

Which of the following activities would be considered nursing care and appropriate to be performed by a basic level nurse for a patient suffering from mental illness? a. treating major depression b. teaching coping skills for a specific family dynamic c. conducting psychotherapy d. prescribing antidepressant medication

B

Epidemiological studies contribute to improvements in care for individuals with mental disorders by: (Select all that apply) a. providing information about effective nursing techniques b. identifying risk factors that contribute to the development of disorders c. identifying individuals in the general population who will develop a specific disorder d. identifying which individuals will respond favorably to a specific treatment

B, D

The world health organization describes health as "a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease of infirmity." Which statement is true in regards to overall health? (Select all that apply) a. the is no relationship between physical and mental health b. poor physical health can lead to mental distress and disorders c. poor mental health does not lead to physical illness d. there is a strong relationship between physical health and mental health e. mental health needs take precedence over physical health needs

B, D

According to current information what factor is associated with the most disabling mental disorders? Biological influences Psychological trauma Learned ways of behaving Faulty patterns of early nurturance

Biological influences Biological and genetic factors influence mental health. The biologically influenced illnesses include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, obsessive-compulsive and panic disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, and autism. Therefore many (but not all) of the most prevalent and disabling mental disorders have been found to have strong biological influences. Psychological trauma, learned behaviors, and faulty patterns of nurturance may contribute to some forms of mental illness, but they are not major factors in most disabling mental disorders.

Which statement demonstrates that nurse's understanding of the effect of environmental factors on a patient's mental health? a. "I'll need to assess how the patient's family views mental illness" b. "There is a history of depression in the patient's extended family." c. "I'm not familiar with the patient's Japanese's cultural view on suicide." d. "The patient's ability to pay for mental health services need to be assessed."

C

Which branch of epidemiology is the nurse involved in when seeking outcomes for patients whose depression was treated with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)? Experimental Descriptive Clinical Analytic

Clinical Clinical epidemiology represents a broad field that addresses what happens to people with illnesses who are seen by providers of clinical care. Studies use traditional epidemiological methods and are conducted in groups that are usually defined by illness or symptoms or by diagnostic procedures or treatments given for the illness or symptoms. None of the other options accurately identify the field that is associated with clinical practice.

A nursing student new to psychiatric-mental health nursing asks a peer what resources he can use to figure out which symptoms are present ina specific psychiatric disorder. The best answer would be: a. Nursing Intervention Classification (NIC) b. Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC) c. NANDA d. DSM-5

D

When providing respectful, appropriate nursing care, how should the nurse identify the patient and his or her observable characteristics? a. the manic patient in room 234 b. the patient in room 234 is manic c. the patient in room 234 is possibly manic d. the patient in room 234 is displaying manic behavior

D

A nursing diagnosis for a client with a psychiatric disorder serves what purpose with considering the plan of care? Justifying the use of certain psychotropic medication. Providing data essential for insurance reimbursement. Establishing a framework for selecting appropriate interventions. Completing the medical diagnostic statement.

Establishing a framework for selecting appropriate interventions. Nursing diagnoses provide the framework for identifying appropriate nursing interventions for dealing with the phenomena a client with a mental health disorder is experiencing. While the nursing diagnosis may contribute to the other options, none describe the purpose of the nursing diagnosis.

The nurse planning care for a mentally ill client bases interventions on which concept? Every client has a certain degree of resilience. It is a client right to be treated respectfully. Every client comes with experiences that contribute to their problem. There are universal fears that are shared by all mentally healthy individuals.

Every client has a certain degree of resilience. Nurses are expected to evaluate clients with mental health issues for their strengths and their areas of high functioning. You will find many attributes of mental health in some of your clients with mental health issues. These strengths should be built upon and encouraged. Resilience is the ability and capacity for people to secure the resources they need to support their well-being. None of the remaining options describe concepts that are the foundation for the actual creation of individualized care plans.

How can a nurse best differentiate whether an Asian client is demonstrating a mental illness after having attempted suicide? Ask the client whether he views himself as being depressed. Identify the client's culture's view regarding suicide. Explain that suicide is often regarded as a desperate act. Assess the client for other examples of depressive behaviors.

Identify the client's culture's view regarding suicide. One approach to differentiating mental health from mental illness is to consider what a particular culture regards as acceptable or unacceptable. In this view, the mentally ill are those who violate social norms and thus threaten (or make anxious) those observing them. For example, traditional Japanese may consider suicide to be an act of honor Contrast that viewpoint with Western culture, where people who attempt or complete suicides are nearly always considered mentally ill. While the remaining options are appropriate interventions, they fail to address the possible cultural component of the client's behavior.

Which statement best describes the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, fifth edition (DSM-5) DSM-5? It is a medical psychiatric assessment system. It is a compendium of treatment modalities. It offers a complete list of nursing diagnoses. It suggests common interventions for mental disorders.

It is a medical psychiatric assessment system. The DSM-5 is a classification of mental disorders that includes descriptions and criteria of diagnoses. None of the other options are accurate descriptions.

A client tells the mental health nurse "I am terribly frightened! I hear whispering in my head that someone is going to kill me." Which criteria of mental health can the nurse assess as lacking? Self-control Rational thinking Learning and productivity Positive self-concept

Rational thinking The ability to think rationally is lacking for this client. The client does not have an accurate picture of what is happening that is based on reliable cognitive thinking. The statement fails to meet the criteria for any of the other options.

Which severe mental illness is recognized across cultures? (Select all that apply.) Antisocial disorder Schizophrenia Anorexia nervosa Social phobia Bipolar disorder Borderline personality disorder

Schizophrenia Bipolar disorder

The mental health status of a particular client can best be assessed by considering which factor? The degree of conformity of the individual to society's norms The degree to which an individual is logical and rational Status placement on a continuum from health to illness Rate of demonstrated intellectual and emotional growth

Status placement on a continuum from health to illness Many (but not all) of the most prevalent and disabling mental disorders have been found to have strong biological influences. Therefore, these disorders can be regarded as "diseases." Visualizing these disorders along the mental health continuum is helpful.

In the majority culture of the United States, which individual has the greatest risk to be labeled mentally ill? One who a. describes hearing God's voice speaking. b. is usually pessimistic but strives to meet personal goals. c. is wealthy and gives away $20 bills to needy individuals. d. always has an optimistic viewpoint about life and having own needs met.

a. describes hearing God's voice speaking.

An individual is found to consistently wear only a bathrobe and neglect the cleanliness of his apartment. When neighbors ask him to stop his frequent outbursts of operatic arias, he acts outraged and tells them he must sing daily and will not promise to be quieter. This behavior supports what conclusion about this client? The client is demonstrating symptoms of bipolar disorder. The client is demonstrating socially deviant behavior. The client is engaging in egocentric behaviors. The client is not conforming with social norms.

The client is not conforming with social norms. Behavior that deviates from socially accepted norms does not indicate a mental illness unless there is significant disturbance in mental functioning.

A citizen at a community health fair asks the nurse, "What is the most prevalent mental disorder in the United States?" Select the nurse's correct response. a. Schizophrenia b. Bipolar disorder c. Dissociative fugue d. Alzheimer's disease

d. Alzheimer's disease

Which findings are signs of a person who is mentally healthy? (Select all that apply.) a. Says, "I have some weaknesses, but I feel I'm important to my family and friends." b. Adheres strictly to religious beliefs of parents and family of origin. c. Spends all holidays alone watching old movies on television. d. Considers past experiences when deciding about the future. e. Experiences feelings of conflict related to changing jobs.

a. Says, "I have some weaknesses, but I feel I'm important to my family and friends." d. Considers past experiences when deciding about the future. e. Experiences feelings of conflict related to changing jobs.

An experienced nurse says to a new graduate, "When you've practiced as long as I have, you automatically know how to take care of patients experiencing psychosis." Which factors should the new graduate consider when analyzing this comment? (Select all that apply.) a. The experienced nurse may have lost sight of patients' individuality, which may compromise the integrity of practice. b. New research findings should be integrated continuously into a nurse's practice to provide the most effective care. c. Experience provides mental health nurses with the essential tools and skills needed for effective professional practice. d. Experienced psychiatric nurses have learned the best ways to care for mentally ill patients through trial and error. e. An intuitive sense of patients' needs guides effective psychiatric nurses.

a. The experienced nurse may have lost sight of patients' individuality, which may compromise the integrity of practice. b. New research findings should be integrated continuously into a nurse's practice to provide the most effective care.

Which finding best indicates that the goal "Demonstrate mentally healthy behavior" was achieved for an adult patient? The patient a. sees self as capable of achieving ideals and meeting demands. b. behaves without considering the consequences of personal actions. c. aggressively meets own needs without considering the rights of others. d. seeks help from others when assuming responsibility for major areas of own life.

a. sees self as capable of achieving ideals and meeting demands.

A nursing student expresses concerns that mental health nurses "lose all their clinical nursing skills." Select the best response by the mental health nurse. a. "Psychiatric nurses practice in safer environments than other specialties. Nurse-to-patient ratios must be better because of the nature of the patients' problems." b. "Psychiatric nurses use complex communication skills as well as critical thinking to solve multidimensional problems. I am challenged by those situations." c. "That's a misconception. Psychiatric nurses frequently use high technology monitoring equipment and manage complex intravenous therapies." d. "Psychiatric nurses do not have to deal with as much pain and suffering as medical-surgical nurses do. That appeals to me."

b. "Psychiatric nurses use complex communication skills as well as critical thinking to solve multidimensional problems. I am challenged by those situations."

A patient in the emergency department says, "Voices say someone is stalking me. They want to kill me because I developed a cure for cancer. I have a knife and will stab anyone who is a threat." Which aspects of the patient's mental health have the greatest and most immediate concern to the nurse? (Select all that apply.) a. Happiness b. Appraisal of reality c. Control over behavior d. Effectiveness in work e. Healthy self-concept

b. Appraisal of reality c. Control over behavior e. Healthy self-concept

Which component of treatment of mental illness is specifically recognized by Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)? a. All genomes are unique. b. Care is centered on the patient. c. Healthy development is vital to mental health. d. Recovery occurs on a continuum from illness to health.

b. Care is centered on the patient.

A nurse wants to find a description of diagnostic criteria for anxiety disorders. Which resource would have the most complete information? a. Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC) b. DSM-V c. The ANA's Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice d. ICD-10

b. DSM-V

A staff nurse completes orientation to a psychiatric unit. This nurse may expect an advanced practice nurse to perform which additional intervention? a. Conduct mental health assessments. b. Prescribe psychotropic medication. c. Establish therapeutic relationships. d. Individualize nursing care plans.

b. Prescribe psychotropic medication.

Complete this analogy. NANDA: clinical judgment: NIC: _________________ a. patient outcomes. b. nursing actions. c. diagnosis. d. symptoms.

b. nursing actions.

Which assessment finding most clearly indicates that a patient may be experiencing a mental illness? The patient a. reports occasional sleeplessness and anxiety. b. reports a consistently sad, discouraged, and hopeless mood. c. is able to describe the difference between "as if" and "for real." d. perceives difficulty making a decision about whether to change jobs.

b. reports a consistently sad, discouraged, and hopeless mood.

A family has a long history of conflicted relationships among the members. Which family member's comment best reflects a mentally healthy perspective? a. "I've made mistakes but everyone else in this family has also." b. "I remember joy and mutual respect from our early years together." c. "I will make some changes in my behavior for the good of the family." d. "It's best for me to move away from my family. Things will never change."

c. "I will make some changes in my behavior for the good of the family."

The spouse of a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia says, "I don't understand how events from childhood have anything to do with this disabling illness." Which response by the nurse will best help the spouse understand the cause of this disorder? a. "Psychological stress is the basis of most mental disorders." b. "This illness results from developmental factors rather than stress." c. "Research shows that this condition more likely has a biological basis." d. "It must be frustrating for you that your spouse is sick so much of the time."

c. "Research shows that this condition more likely has a biological basis."

When a new bill introduced in Congress reduces funding for care of persons diagnosed with mental illness, a group of nurses write letters to their elected representatives in opposition to the legislation. Which role have the nurses fulfilled? a. Recovery b. Attending c. Advocacy d. Evidence-based practice

c. Advocacy

A nurse encounters an unfamiliar psychiatric disorder on a new patient's admission form. Which resource should the nurse consult to determine criteria used to establish this diagnosis? a. International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10) b. The ANA's Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice c. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V) d. A behavioral health reference manual

c. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V)

A category 5 tornado occurred in a community of 400 people. Many homes and businesses were destroyed. In the 2 years following the disaster, 140 individuals were diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which term best applies to these newly diagnosed cases? a. Prevalence b. Comorbidity c. Incidence d. Parity

c. Incidence

Which disorder is an example of a culture-bound syndrome? a. Epilepsy b. Schizophrenia c. Running amok d. Major depressive disorder

c. Running amok

Select the best response for the nurse to a question from another health professional regarding the difference between a diagnosis in DSM-V and a nursing diagnosis. a. "There is no functional difference between the two. Both identify human disorders." b. "The DSM-V diagnosis disregards culture, whereas the nursing diagnosis takes culture into account." c. "The DSM-V diagnosis describes causes of disorders whereas a nursing diagnosis does not explore etiology." d. "The DSM-V diagnosis guides medical treatment, whereas the nursing diagnosis offers a framework for identifying interventions for issues a patient is experiencing."

d. "The DSM-V diagnosis guides medical treatment, whereas the nursing diagnosis offers a framework for identifying interventions for issues a patient is experiencing."

Which belief will best support a nurse's efforts to provide patient advocacy during a multidisciplinary patient care planning session? a. All mental illnesses are culturally determined. b. Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder are cross-cultural disorders. c. Symptoms of mental disorders are unchanged from culture to culture. d. Assessment findings in mental illness reflect a person's cultural patterns.

d. Assessment findings in mental illness reflect a person's cultural patterns.

A nurse is part of a multidisciplinary team working with groups of depressed patients. One group of patients receives supportive interventions and antidepressant medication. The other group receives only medication. The team measures outcomes for each group. Which type of study is evident? a. Incidence b. Prevalence c. Comorbidity d. Clinical epidemiology

d. Clinical epidemiology

A patient's relationships are intense and unstable. The patient initially idealizes the significant other and then devalues him or her, resulting in frequent feelings of emptiness. This patient will benefit from interventions to develop which aspect of mental health? a. Effectiveness in work b. Communication skills c. Productive activities d. Fulfilling relationships

d. Fulfilling relationships

Which nursing intervention below is part of the scope of an advanced practice psychiatric/mental health nurse rather than a basic level registered nurse? a. Coordination of care b. Health teaching c. Milieu therapy d. Psychotherapy

d. Psychotherapy

The DSM-V classifies: a. deviant behaviors. b. present disability or distress. c. people with mental disorders. d. mental disorders people have.

d. mental disorders people have.

Which individual is demonstrating the highest level of resilience? One who a. is able to repress stressors. b. becomes depressed after the death of a spouse. c. lives in a shelter for 2 years after the home is destroyed by fire. d. takes a temporary job to maintain financial stability after loss of a permanent job.

d. takes a temporary job to maintain financial stability after loss of a permanent job.

An adult says, "Most of the time I'm happy and feel good about myself. I have learned that what I get out of something is proportional to the effort I put into it." Which number on this mental health continuum should the nurse select? Mental Illness Mental Health 1 2 3 4 5 a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4 e. 5

e. 5

What term is used to identify the quantitative study of the distribution of mental disorders in human populations? mortality prevalence epidemiology clinical epidemiology

epidemiology Epidemiology is the quantitative study of the distribution of mental disorders in human populations. Mortality refers to deaths. Prevalence refers to the proportion of a population with a mental disorder at a given time. Clinical epidemiology deals with what happens to people with illnesses who are seen by providers of care.