mental health final

A depressed client tells the nurse "I am too tired and depressed to attend group therapy today". Which of the following responses should the nurse make? a. "Attending group therapy, even if you're tired, is an important part of your treatment." b. "That's okay if you're too tired to attend group therapy today, but you will have to go tomorrow." c. "It is normal to feel tired when you're feeling depressed. The others in group therapy also feel this way." d. "I agree with your decision to wait for participation in group therapy until you begin to feel better."

a. "Attending group therapy, even if you're tired, is an important part of your treatment." RATIONALE a. The nurse provides a therapeutic response by giving the client information to make an informed decision. Group therapy is beneficial to the client who has depression by promoting peer support and reducing social isolation. b. The nurse should recognize that a lack of energy is expected for a client who has depression. There is no indication that the client will have more energy for group therapy in the future. The nurse should also respect the client's autonomy and avoid giving a directive about required participation. c. The nurse should avoid minimizing the client's feelings by making a generalization about her status in relation to others. d. The nurse should avoid giving approval to the client's decision, which promotes the need for her to please the nurse. The nurse should also encourage her to participate in group therapy to promote improvement of her depression.

A nurse is providing teaching to the family of a client who has Alzheimer's disease about donepezil. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? a. "Donepezil can improve cognitive functioning during the earlier stages of the disease." b. "Donepezil cures the disease process if it is started upon first recognition of dementia." c. "Donepezil provides long-term reversal of memory loss in the last phase of the disease." d. "Donepezil accelerates the breakdown of acetylcholine within the client's brain."

a. "Donepezil can improve cognitive functioning during the earlier stages of the disease." RATIONALE a. The nurse should inform the family that donepezil is used to treat the manifestations of mild to severe Alzheimer's disease. Although donepezil does not prevent the progression of Alzheimer's disease, it is intended to prolong the client's ability to function in the early stages of the disease. b. The nurse should inform the family that donepezil is used to treat the manifestations of mild to severe Alzheimer's disease; however, donepezil does not prevent the progression of Alzheimer's disease. c. The nurse should inform the family that donepezil is used to treat the manifestations of mild to severe Alzheimer's disease. Though donepezil can provide mild improvements in memory, it does not reverse memory loss. Improvements in the client's memory are usually short-term. d. The nurse should inform the family that donepezil is used to treat the manifestations of mild to severe Alzheimer's disease. Donepezil works by preventing the breakdown of acetylcholine within the client's brain, increasing its availability at cholinergic synapses.

A is nurse providing teaching to the parents of a school-age child who has ADHD. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? a. "Ignore your child's attention-seeking behaviors that are not dangerous." b. "Administer ADHD medications within 30 minutes of your child's bedtime." c. "Continue with an activity as planned even if your child becomes frustrated." d. "Expect your child to gain weight after starting ADHD medications."

a. "Ignore your child's attention-seeking behaviors that are not dangerous." RATIONALE a. The nurse should instruct the parents about the use of planned ignoring. This technique ignores attention-seeking behaviors that are not dangerous to the child or others. If the child learns that the behavior will not elicit the desired response, then the behavior should decrease. b. The nurse should instruct the parents to administer medications in the morning to decrease insomnia, which is a common adverse effect of ADHD medications. c. The nurse should instruct the parents about the use of restructuring. This technique adjusts or changes an activity based on the child's level of frustration. d. The nurse should instruct the parents that a decreased appetite and weight loss are common adverse effects of ADHD medications.

A nurse is caring for a client who attends family counseling with his partner and their children. The client tells the nurse, "I don't have time for all that talking." Which of the following responses should the nurse make? a. "It must be difficult for you to talk about family problems." b. "You should continue attending the family counseling sessions until the therapist tells you to stop." c. "If you continue to go to family counseling, I'm sure you'll be able to resolve your family problems soon." d. "I think you need to continue family therapy if your partner and children want to receive further counseling."

a. "It must be difficult for you to talk about family problems." RATIONALE a. The nurse's response indicates empathy for the client's feelings and is an example of the therapeutic communication technique of verbalizing what the client implied. With this technique, the nurse helps him focus on the actual reason for not wanting to continue family therapy. b. The nurse's response is an example of the nurse giving advice, which is nontherapeutic and a possible block to further communication. c. The nurse's response is an example of false reassurance. The client's continued participation is not an indication that problems will be resolved. d. The nurse's response is an example of the nurse giving advice, which is nontherapeutic and a possible block to further communication.

A nurse is evaluating a plan of care for a client who has antisocial personality disorder. Which of the following client actions indicates that he is making progress with the treatment? SATA a. Assisting another client who has depression to fill out a menu b. Nominating himself to chair the client government meeting c. Requesting a weekend pass to go home d. Serving as the judge for a unit talent show e. Informing the nurse that the staff provides excellent care to clients

a. Assisting another client who has depression to fill out a menu c. Requesting a weekend pass to go home RATIONALE a. Clients who have antisocial personality disorder tend to lack empathy for others and often display an inability to connect with others. Assisting another client indicates the client's willingness to help and connect with others and demonstrates to the nurse his progress with treatment. b. Clients who have antisocial personality disorder tend to see themselves as superior to others. Providing a self-nomination for chairperson status places him in a position of power over others; therefore, this behavior does not indicate progress with the treatment. c. Clients who have antisocial personality disorder tend to disregard rules and have a lack of respect for authority. Requesting a weekend pass indicates the client's willingness to follow unit rules and demonstrates to the nurse his progress with the treatment. d. Clients who have antisocial personality disorder tend to see themselves as superior to others. Serving as a judge places the client in a position of power over others; therefore, this behavior does not indicate progress with the treatment. e. Clients who have antisocial personality disorder often use flattery as a form of manipulation to promote personal gain; therefore, providing a compliment to the nursing staff does not indicate progress with the treatment.

A nurse is assessing a client who takes phenelzine for the treatment of depression. Which of the following findings is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider? a. Elevated blood pressure b. Weight gain c. Muscle twitching d. 2+ peripheral edema

a. Elevated blood pressure RATIONALE a. The nurse should identify that the greatest risk to the client is an elevated blood pressure, which increases his risk for a hypertensive crisis that can result from taking an MAOI, such as phenelzine. The nurse should apply the safety and risk reduction priority-setting framework when assessing this client. This framework assigns priority to the factor or situation posing the greatest safety risk to the client. When there are several risks to client safety, the one posing the greatest threat is the highest priority. The nurse should use Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the ABC priority-setting framework, or nursing knowledge to identify which risk poses the greatest threat to the client. b. The nurse should identify weight gain as a common adverse effect of an MAOI, such as phenelzine. The nurse should report the adverse effect to the provider; however, there is another finding that is a greater risk to the client than weight gain. c. The nurse should identify muscle twitching as a common adverse effect of an MAOI, such as phenelzine. The nurse should report the adverse effect to the provider; however, there is another finding that is a greater risk to the client than muscle twitching. d. The nurse should identify peripheral edema as a common adverse effect of an MAOI, such as phenelzine. The nurse should report the adverse effect to the provider; however, there is another finding that is a greater risk to the client than peripheral edema.

A nurse is planning a staff education session abut the administration of antidepressant medications to older adult clients. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? a. Older adult clients require a lower initial dose of antidepressant medication than adult clients. b. Older adult clients should not receive antidepressant medication. c. Older adult clients achieve the therapeutic effects of antidepressant medications more quickly than adult clients. d. Older adult clients have a decreased risk for adverse effects from antidepressant medication.

a. Older adult clients require a lower initial dose of antidepressant medication than adult clients. RATIONALE a. The nurse should recognize that older adult clients are recommended to start at half the adult dose for antidepressant medications. This is due to altered rates of absorption and the increased risk for adverse effects. b. The nurse should identify that antidepressant medications are commonly prescribed for older adult clients; however, adjustments are needed due to the clients' altered rates of absorption. c. The nurse should identify that older adult clients have a decreased rate of absorption, distribution, and metabolism, resulting in a delay in achieving therapeutic effects. It can take about 1 month of treatment for the older adult client to achieve therapeutic effects. d. The nurse should identify that older adult clients have an increased risk for adverse effects due to a decreased rate of excretion.

A nurse in a mental health unit is planning care for a client who is receiving treatment for self-inflicted injuries. The nurse should identify which of the following interventions as priority when planning care for this client? a. Promoting and maintaining client safety b. Discussing reasons for the client's behavior c. Assisting the client to recognize feelings d. Teaching the client alternative coping strategies

a. Promoting and maintaining client safety RATIONALE a. The nurse should recognize that the client who has self-inflicted injuries is at risk for further self-harm or suicide; therefore, the client's safety is the priority. The nurse should apply the safety and risk reduction priority-setting framework when planning care for this client. This framework assigns priority to the factor or situation posing the greatest safety risk to the client. When there are several risks to client safety, the one posing the greatest threat is the highest priority. The nurse should use Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the ABC priority-setting framework, or nursing knowledge to identify which risk poses the greatest threat to the client. b. The nurse should communicate with the client to discuss reasons for the client's behavior; however, there is another action that is the priority. c. The nurse should assist the client to recognize feelings; however, there is another action that is the priority. d. The nurse should teach the client alternative coping strategies; however, there is another action that is the priority.

A nurse on an acute care unit is providing postoperative care to an older adult client who develops delirium. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Request a prescription for an antianxiety medication. b. Provide the client with a stimulating activity prior to bedtime. c. Keep the lights in the client's room dim at night. d. Encourage the client to make decisions about her daily routine.

a. Request a prescription for an antianxiety medication. RATIONALE a. The nurse should request a prescription for an antianxiety medication for a client who develops delirium. Administration of a PRN antianxiety medication can decrease her anxiety and agitation. b. The nurse should maintain a low-stimulation environment for the client to decrease disorientation due to overstimulation. c. The nurse should keep the client's room well-lit. Adequate lighting can help her to remain oriented to place upon waking at night and will provide for safety if she becomes ambulatory. d. The nurse should provide the client with a consistent routine and limit her need to make decisions. These actions will decrease disorientation and anxiety.

A nurse is caring for a client who has Alzheimer's disease and become agitated while refusing morning hygiene care. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Talk to the client from two arm-lengths away. b. Obtain assistance to restrain the client for safety. c. Firmly state to the client that morning care will be performed. d. Call the provider to request a prescription for an antipsychotic medication.

a. Talk to the client from two arm-lengths away. RATIONALE a. The nurse should talk calmly and quietly to the client to decrease her agitation. The nurse should remain one to two arm-lengths away to provide her with a sense of personal space and maintain safety if she becomes aggressive. b. The nurse should identify that the client's refusal of care is not a justification for restraints. The nurse should apply restraints only if her behavior becomes a threat to her safety or the safety of others. c. The nurse should recognize that the client has a right to refuse care. Telling her that care will be performed, despite refusal, can increase her anxiety and agitation. d. The nurse should recognize that antipsychotic medications are used only with extreme caution due to the increased risk of death for clients who have Alzheimer's disease. Antipsychotic medications are not indicated for the treatment of agitation.

A nurse is planning care for a client who has a physical dependence to alprazolam and must discontinue the medication, which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan? a. Taper the medication gradually over several weeks. b. Encourage participation in stimulating physical activity. c. Monitor the client for a return of anxiety for up to 72 hr following discontinuation of the medication. d. Implement restraints and seclusion as needed.

a. Taper the medication gradually over several weeks. RATIONALE a. The nurse should plan to taper the dosage of alprazolam gradually over several weeks, possibly months. This gradual reduction in dosage reduces the manifestations of withdrawal. b. The nurse should provide the client with a calm, low-stimulation environment to decrease the anxiety and physical manifestations that can result from alprazolam withdrawal. c. The nurse should plan to monitor the client for at least 3 weeks following discontinuation of the medication for a return of anxiety manifestations. d. It is not necessary to restrain or seclude the client during withdrawal from alprazolam. Restraints are considered restrictive, and the nurse should work to promote the least restrictive environment.

A nurse in the ER is caring for a toddler who has fractured their arm. Which of the following findings is an indication of possible physical abuse? a. The parent provides a history that is inconsistent with the child's injury. b. The child is brought to the emergency department immediately following the injury. c. The parent requests to remain present with the child throughout treatment of the injury. d. The child clings to the parent when the nurse begins to assess the injury.

a. The parent provides a history that is inconsistent with the child's injury. RATIONALE a. The nurse should suspect possible abuse when the child's injury conflicts with the history of the injury that is reported by his parent. b. The nurse should suspect possible abuse when there is a delay in seeking medical care following an injury. c. The nurse should suspect possible abuse when the parent leaves the treatment area or facility after bringing the child in for treatment of an injury. d. The nurse should suspect possible abuse if the child displays fear of the parent.

A nurse is assessing a client who has binge-eating disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. Amenorrhea b. Abdominal pain c. Restricted caloric intake d. Frequent use of laxatives

b. Abdominal pain RATIONALE a. Clients who have binge-eating disorder often have an increased BMI; therefore, amenorrhea resulting from a low body weight is not expected. b. The nurse should expect the client who has binge-eating disorder to report problems with abdominal pain. This is due to the gastrointestinal dilation that occurs as a result of eating excessive volumes of food. c. Clients who have binge-eating disorder often have an increased BMI resulting from eating excessive volumes of food. d. Clients who have binge-eating disorder have repeated episodes of binging without the use of compensatory behaviors, such as the use of laxatives.

A nurse is admitting a client who has antisocial personality disorder to an acute care unit. The client is admitted under court order following the theft and destruction of a car. Which of the following behaviors should the nurse expect the client to display? a. Relief about finally receiving care for a problem for which he was previously afraid to ask for help b. Anger with the nursing staff for hospitalizing him against his will c. Withdrawal from others due to shame over his recent actions d. Remorse for stealing and destroying the car

b. Anger with the nursing staff for hospitalizing him against his will RATIONALE a. A client who has antisocial personality disorder exhibits a pattern of irresponsible behavior that lacks morals and ethics and brings the client into conflict with society. The client views this behavior as justified and does not perceive the need for help. b. A client who has antisocial personality disorder exhibits a low frustration level and can quickly become angry and aggressive when the situation goes against his will or desires. c. Clients with antisocial behavior do not view their own behavior objectively and rarely experience any anxiety or guilt over their actions. d. Clients who have antisocial behavior usually display a sense of entitlement and rarely express any remorse for their illegal or unethical actions.

A nurse is obtaining a clients med history prior to scheduling the client for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a potential complication of the procedure? a. Severe depression b. Cardiac arrhythmia c. Bipolar disorder d. Parkinson's disease

b. Cardiac arrhythmia RATIONALE a. A client can receive ECT for treatment of severe depression. b. A client who has cardiac arrhythmias needs further evaluation. The nurse should identify that the greatest risk for death due to ECT is related to cardiac complications. c. A client can receive ECT for treatment of bipolar disorder. d. A client can receive ECT for treatment of Parkinson's disease.

A nurse in the ER is assessing a client who has cocaine intoxication. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. Low blood pressure b. Dilated pupils c. Conjunctival redness d. Decreased body temperature

b. Dilated pupils RATIONALE a. The nurse should expect a client who has cocaine intoxication to have an elevated blood pressure. b. Dilated pupils are associated with the use of cocaine. c. The nurse should expect a client who has cannabis intoxication to have conjunctival redness. d. The nurse should expect a client who has cocaine intoxication to have an elevated body temperature.

A nurse is caring for a client who has alcohol use disorder. Following alcohol withdrawal, which of the following meds should the nurse expect to admin to client during maintenance? a. Methadone b. Disulfiram c. Chlordiazepoxide d. Naloxone

b. Disulfiram RATIONALE a. The nurse should expect to administer methadone to the client who has opioid withdrawal. b. The nurse should expect to administer disulfiram as a deterrent to prevent future use of alcohol. The nurse must ensure that the client has not had any alcohol intake for at least 12 hr prior to administration. c. The nurse should expect to administer chlordiazepoxide during alcohol withdrawal. Chloridiazepoxide is not a medication used to help with maintenance. d. The nurse should expect to administer naloxone to the client who is experiencing a narcotic overdose.

A nurse is caring for a newly admitted client who is receiving treatment for alcohol use disorder. The client tells the nurse, "I have not had anything to drink for 6 hours." Which of the following findings should the nurse expect during alcohol withdrawal? a. Low body temperature b. Insomnia c. Muscle flaccidity d. Bradycardia

b. Insomnia RATIONALE a. The nurse should expect the client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal to have an elevated temperature. b. The nurse should expect the client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal to have insomnia and restlessness. c. The nurse should expect the client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal to have muscle tremors. d. The nurse should expect the client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal to have tachycardia.

A nurse in an acute substance disorder unit is assessing a client who received treatment in the ED for a heroin OD. Which of the following findings should the nurse anticipate during heroin withdrawal? a. Excessive sleeping b. Muscle aches c. Pupillary constriction d. Absent bowel sounds

b. Muscle aches RATIONALE a. The nurse should expect the client to have insomnia during heroin withdrawal. b. The nurse should expect the client to have muscle aches during heroin withdrawal. The nurse should expect this and other manifestations of withdrawal to begin within 6 to 8 hr following the last dose of heroin. c. The nurse should expect the client to have pupillary dilation during heroin withdrawal. d. The nurse should expect the client to have diarrhea during heroin withdrawal.

A nurse in a substance use disorder treatment facility is reviewing the medication records for a group of clients. The nurse should expect to administer methadone for a client who has a substance use disorder for which substance? a. Amphetamines b. Opiates c. Barbiturates d. Hallucinogenics

b. Opiates RATIONALE a. The nurse should recognize that the administration of methadone is not indicated for the treatment of amphetamine use disorder. b. The nurse should recognize that the administration of methadone is indicated for the treatment of opiate use disorder. Opiates include opium, morphine, codeine, methadone, and heroin. Methadone is given as a substitute to prevent cravings and severe manifestations of opiate withdrawal.c. The nurse should recognize that the administration of methadone is not indicated for the treatment of barbiturate use disorder. d. The nurse should recognize that the administration of methadone is not indicated for the treatment of hallucinogen use disorder.

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for disulfiram for the management of the alcohol dependence. Which of the following dietary choices should the nurse instruct the client to avoid? a. Peppermint candy b. Pure vanilla extract c. Salt d. Chocolate

b. Pure vanilla extract RATIONALE a. It is not necessary for the client to avoid peppermint while taking disulfiram. b. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid alcohol and alcohol-containing substances, such as pure vanilla extract, while taking disulfiram. The ingestion of alcohol while taking this medication causes a disulfiram-alcohol reaction, which is manifested by hyperventilation, dizziness, vomiting, and hypotension. c. Though certain medications require a reduction in sodium intake, it is not necessary for the client to avoid salt while taking disulfiram. d. Though certain medications require a reduction in caffeine-containing substances such as chocolate, it is not necessary for the client to avoid chocolate while taking disulfiram.

A nurse in the ER is assessing a client who has heroin intoxication, which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. Seizure activity b. Respiratory depression c. Hypersensitivity to pain d. Increased mental alertness

b. Respiratory depression RATIONALE a. Heroin is an opioid, which can result in impaired coordination rather than seizure activity. b. Heroin is an opioid; therefore, the nurse should expect the client who has heroin intoxication to exhibit respiratory depression. c. Heroin is an opioid, which can result in pain reduction rather than a hypersensitivity to pain. d. Heroin is an opioid, which can result in drowsiness and sedation rather than increased mental alertness.

A nurse is interviewing a client who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. Poor personal hygiene habits b. Strenuous exercise regimen c. Grandiose behaviors d. Intense fear of death

b. Strenuous exercise regimen RATIONALE a. The nurse should not expect the client who has anorexia nervosa to have poor personal hygiene habits. Clients who have anorexia nervosa often exhibit compulsive behaviors, such as frequent handwashing, and are preoccupied with their appearance. b. The nurse should expect the client who has anorexia nervosa to report a strenuous exercise regimen. The client might participate in excessive physical activity due to the perceived need to burn calories and lose weight. c. The nurse should expect clients who have anorexia nervosa to have poor self-esteem and negative feelings about themselves. d. The nurse should expect the client who has anorexia nervosa to have an intense fear of gaining weight. Clients who have anorexia nervosa exhibit behaviors that have negative health consequences in order to prevent weight gain.

A nurse is speaking to a new nurse about the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease. The nurse should give further teaching when the new nurse identifies which of the following as a manifestation of Alzheimer's? a. Impaired judgment b. Sudden confusion c. Personality change d. Remote memory loss

b. Sudden confusion RATIONALE a. The nurse should identify impaired judgment as a common manifestation associated with Alzheimer's disease.b. The nurse should clarify that the client who has Alzheimer's disease is expected to exhibit confusion that develops slowly over a period of months. Clients who have delirium exhibit sudden confusion. c. The nurse should identify that clients who have Alzheimer's disease are expected to exhibit changes in personality as the disease progresses. d. The nurse should identify recent and remote memory loss as common manifestations associated with Alzheimer's disease.

A nurse is caring for a client who reports that the TV set in the room is really a two-way radio and states, "Voices are coming from the TV and everything we say in this room is being recorded." Which of the following responses should the nurse make? a. "What we say is not being recorded." b. "Let's ignore the voices and talk about something else." c. "That must be very frightening." d. "Why do you think the TV is a two-way radio?"

c. "That must be very frightening." RATIONALE a. The nurse should avoid negating the client's beliefs about the delusion. This response can promote a defensive client response and interfere with the development of trust in the nurse-client relationship. b. The nurse should ask the client directly about what the voices are saying to determine if there is a safety risk. The nurse should also avoid validating that the voices are real, which promotes the client's beliefs about the delusion. c. The nurse should respond to the client's delusion in a calm and empathetic manner. By acknowledging to the client that the delusion must be frightening, the nurse promotes the nurse-client relationship. d. The nurse should avoid asking the client a "why" question, which promotes a defensive client response.

A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia. The nurse notices that the client is pacing up and down the fall rapidly and muttering in an angry manner. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform first? a. Apply mechanical restraints to the client. b. Administer PRN haloperidol IM to the client. c. Approach the client in a nonthreatening manner. d. Place the client in seclusion.

c. Approach the client in a nonthreatening manner. RATIONALE a. The nurse might have to place the client in restraints to prevent harm to others and allow the client to calm down; however, the nurse should use a less restrictive intervention first. b. The nurse might have to administer PRN haloperidol to calm the client; however, the nurse should use a less restrictive intervention first. c. The first action the nurse should take is to approach the client calmly, in a nonthreatening manner, to create a nonthreatening environment. The nurse should apply the least restrictive priority-setting framework when caring for this client. This framework assigns priority to nursing interventions that are least restrictive to the client, as long as those interventions do not jeopardize client safety. Least restrictive interventions promote client safety without using restraints. The nurse should only use physical or chemical restraints when the safety of the client, staff, or others is at risk. d. The nurse might have to place the client in seclusion to prevent harm to others and allow the client to calm down; however, the nurse should use a less restrictive intervention first.

A nurse is caring for a client who has Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome due to alcohol use disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. Increased arousal b. Arrhythmias c. Confusion d. Esophageal pain

c. Confusion RATIONALE a. The nurse should expect the client who has Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome to exhibit somnolence and stupor rather than increased arousal. b. The nurse should expect the client who has cardiomyopathy due to alcohol use to have arrhythmias. Cardiac manifestations are not expected findings of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome. c. The nurse should expect the client who has Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome to exhibit neurological and cognitive manifestations due to thiamine deficiency. Confusion, stupor, diplopia, and memory loss are expected findings of this disorder. d. The nurse should expect the client who has esophagitis due to alcohol use to have esophageal pain. Gastrointestinal manifestations are not expected findings with Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.

A nurse is caring for a client who just received a terminal diagnosis of cancer. Which of the following initial reactions should the nurse expect? a. Bargaining b. Depression c. Denial d. Anger

c. Denial RATIONALE a. The nurse should expect the client to exhibit bargaining during the grief process; however, there is another response that is expected first. b. The nurse should expect the client to exhibit depression during the grief process; however, there is another response that is expected first. c. The nurse should expect the client to initially deny the reality of the diagnosis. This is a protective reaction that serves to protect the client from psychological pain. d. The nurse should expect the client to exhibit anger during the grief process; however, there is another response that is expected first.

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has generalized anxiety disorder and a new prescription for buspirone. The nurse should inform the client that which of the following manifestations is a common adverse effect of this med? a. Confusion b. Bradycardia c. Dizziness d. Insomnia

c. Dizziness RATIONALE a. Confusion is not an adverse effect of buspirone, though the client might experience decreased concentration and headache. b. Tachycardia and palpitations, not bradycardia, are possible adverse effects of buspirone. c. The nurse should inform the client that dizziness is a common adverse effect of buspirone. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid driving and operating heavy machinery until the presence of adverse effects is determined. d. Drowsiness, not insomnia, is an adverse effect of buspirone.

A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a new prescription for a benzodiazepine. For which of the following findings should the nurse question the provider's prescription? a. A skeletal muscle injury b. History of status epilepticus c. Hypotension d. Insomnia

c. Hypotension RATIONALE a. Benzodiazepines have muscle relaxant properties and can relieve muscle spasms; therefore, a skeletal muscle injury is not a contraindication for receiving benzodiazepines. b. Benzodiazepines can raise the seizure threshold and prevent seizures; therefore, a history of status epilepticus is not a contraindication for receiving benzodiazepines. c. The nurse should question the provider's prescription for a benzodiazepine for a client who has hypotension. Benzodiazepines can cause severe hypotension and increase the client's risk for cardiac arrest. d. Benzodiazepines induce sleep for clients who have a sleep disorder; therefore, insomnia is not a contraindication for receiving benzodiazepines.

A nurse in an acute mental health facility is planning care for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan? a. Encourage the client to focus on personal hygiene. b. Limit the hours the client sleeps each day. c. Instruct the client to practice thought stopping. d. Make negative statements about the client's behavior.

c. Instruct the client to practice thought stopping. RATIONALE a. Clients who have OCD are often obsessive about personal hygiene and might perform ritualistic behaviors related to handwashing and grooming. The nurse should plan interventions to limit and control these obsessive thoughts. b. Clients who have OCD often have difficulty sleeping due to obsessive thoughts and ritualistic behaviors. The nurse should plan interventions to promote sleep. c. The nurse should teach the client who has OCD to use thought stopping. By saying "stop" out loud, the client can learn to interrupt obsessive thoughts. d. Clients who have OCD often feel shame and humiliation about their obsessive thoughts and ritualistic behavior. The nurse should plan interventions to decrease feelings of shame and increase feelings of self-worth.

A nurse is interviewing an older adult client about possible abuse by her caregiver. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use? a. Avoid directly asking the client if she has been abused. b. Use a confrontational approach. c. Maintain a nonjudgmental tone. d. Avoid being in the room alone with the client.

c. Maintain a nonjudgmental tone. RATIONALE a. The nurse should ask the client directly about possible abuse to identify the client's physical, emotional, and safety needs. b. The nurse should avoid a confrontational approach, which can raise the client's defensive barriers and potentially block further communication. c. The nurse should use a nonjudgmental tone to promote trust and communication. d. The nurse should conduct the interview in private to provide a calm and safe environment.

A nurse is planning care for a client who has borderline personality disorder who self-mutilates. Which of the following treatment approaches should the nurse take? a. Restrict participation in group therapy sessions. b. Establish consequences for self-mutilation. c. Maintain close observation of the client. d. Provide an unstructured environment.

c. Maintain close observation of the client. RATIONALE a. The nurse should encourage the client who has borderline personality disorder to participate in group therapy sessions to encourage appropriate interaction with other clients. b. The nurse should respond to self-mutilation with a neutral affect and encourage the client to write down feelings that occurred leading up to the incident. c. Clients who have borderline personality disorder are at risk for self-harm during times of increased anxiety. Maintaining close observation reduces the client's risk of injury. d. Providing an unstructured environment for a client who has borderline personality disorder is not an effective treatment approach because it does not provide a safe environment to protect the client from impulsive and self-injurious behavior.

A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who has anorexia nervosa. The nurse should identify that which of the following actions is contraindicated for this client? a. Explaining that tube feedings are necessary if the client refuses oral intake b. Weighing the client each day prior to any oral intake c. Permitting the client to spend some quiet time alone after each meal d. Refraining from commenting about the client's eating during meal times

c. Permitting the client to spend some quiet time alone after each meal RATIONALE a. The nurse should inform the client that he might require tube feedings to provide adequate nutritional intake if oral intake is inadequate. This intervention is not intended to be punitive but to ensure the client's safety. b. The nurse should weigh the client each day prior to any oral intake to obtain accurate data and to monitor his progress toward weight gain goals. c. The nurse should directly observe the client for a minimum of 1 hr following meals. This intervention prevents the client from purging or discarding hidden food. Therefore, permitting the client to have alone time following meals is contraindicated for his plan of care. d. The nurse should encourage conversation during meals to promote a pleasurable eating environment; however, the nurse should avoid the topics of eating and food, which can increase the client's level of anxiety.

A nurse in an acute mental health facility is caring for a client who is experiencing an acute manic episode. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority? a. Maintain the client's contact with her family. b. Discourage the client's use of vulgar language. c. Protect the client from impulsive behavior. d. Redirect excessive energy to creative tasks.

c. Protect the client from impulsive behavior. RATIONALE a. The nurse should assist all acute care clients in maintaining contact with family during treatment; however, there is another action that is the priority. b. The nurse should discourage behaviors that disrupt the therapeutic milieu; however, there is another action that is the priority. c. The nurse should protect the client who is manic from impulsive behavior that puts the client at risk for self-harm. The nurse should apply the safety and risk reduction priority-setting framework. This framework assigns priority to the factor or situation posing the greatest safety risk to the client. When there are several risks to client safety, the one posing the greatest threat is the highest priority. The nurse should use Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the ABC priority-setting framework, or nursing knowledge to identify which risk poses the greatest threat to the client. d. The nurse should redirect the client's energy into a calming and constructive activity; however, there is another action that is the priority.

A nurse is assessing a client who experienced a sexual assault 6 months ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider as an indication of rape-trauma syndrome? a. Flat affect b. Refusal to accept help from others c. Report of intense guilt d. Denial of the sexual assault

c. Report of intense guilt RATIONALE a. The nurse should expect the client who has rape-trauma syndrome to experience mood swings and intense emotions. b. The nurse should expect the client who has rape-trauma syndrome to exhibit dependence toward others. c. The nurse should expect the client who has rape-trauma syndrome to experience guilt about the sexual assault. These feelings of guilt can delay the healing process and produce a sustained and maladaptive response. d. The nurse should expect a client to have denial immediately following a sexual assault; however, this is not a characteristic of rape-trauma syndrome.

A nurse is reviewing the medications of a client who has bipolar disorder and a new prescription for lithium. The nurse should identify that it is safe to administer which med while also taking lithium? a. Ibuprofen b. Haloperidol c. Valproic acid d. Hydrochlorothiazide

c. Valproic acid RATIONALE a. Ibuprofen is not safe to administer to a client who is taking lithium because it can cause increased kidney absorption of lithium, which can lead to lithium toxicity. b. Haloperidol is not safe to administer to a client who is taking lithium because the combination of these medications increases the client's risk for extrapyramidal adverse effects and tardive dyskinesia. c. Valproic acid and lithium are both indicated for the treatment of bipolar disorder. It is safe for the nurse to administer both of these medications to the client. d. Hydrochlorothiazide is not safe to administer to a client who is taking lithium because it promotes sodium loss, which can lead to lithium toxicity.

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is to start taking valproic acid. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? a. "You should expect the provider to gradually decrease your dosage of valproic acid." b. "You should take aspirin for pain you have while taking valproic acid." c. "You should undergo thyroid function tests every 6 months while taking valproic acid." d. "You should have your liver function levels monitored regularly while taking valproic acid"

d. "You should have your liver function levels monitored regularly while taking valproic acid" RATIONALE a. The nurse should inform the client that the provider will initially prescribe a small dose, and then gradually increase the dose until a maintenance dosage is achieved. b. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid aspirin while taking valproic acid because of the increased risk of spontaneous bleeding. c. The nurse should identify that hypothyroidism is an adverse effect of lithium rather than valproic acid. d. The nurse should inform the client of the need to regularly monitor liver function levels due to the risk for hepatotoxicity while taking valproic acid. It is recommended to obtain baseline levels and then repeat every 2 months during the first 6 months of therapy.

A nurse is teaching a client who has agoraphobia about systemic desensitization. Which of the following comments should the nurse include in the teaching? a. "You will watch from a secure location as your therapist goes to public spaces." b. "You will start your therapy by staying in a public space until your anxiety decreases." c. "You will be instructed to say 'Stop!' out loud when you become anxious in public spaces." d. "You will slowly be exposed to increasing levels of public spaces."

d. "You will slowly be exposed to increasing levels of public spaces." RATIONALE a. The nurse should recognize that encouraging the client to watch as the therapist acts as a role model in anxiety-provoking situations is an example of modeling, not systematic desensitization. b. The nurse should recognize that sudden exposure of the client to the undesirable stimulus is an example of flooding, not systematic desensitization. c. The nurse should recognize that saying "Stop!" to interrupt a negative thought is an example of thought stopping, not systematic desensitization. d. The nurse should inform the client that, using systematic desensitization, she will be gradually exposed to the feared situation under controlled conditions until she learns to overcome the anxious response.

A nurse is caring for a client who has Alzheimer's disease and a new prescription for donepezil. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Monitor the client's liver function while taking this medication. b. Increase the dosage of this medication every 72 hr. c. Offer the client a PRN NSAID while taking this medication. d. Administer the medication at bedtime.

d. Administer the medication at bedtime. RATIONALE a. The nurse should monitor the liver function for a client who is taking the cholinesterase inhibitor tacrine; however, donepezil is a medication in this category that is not hepatotoxic. b. The nurse should expect the provider to gradually increase the client's dosage until a therapeutic effect is achieved; however, an increase is not expected until the client has been taking the medication for 4 to 6 weeks.c. The nurse should inform the client of the risk for gastrointestinal bleeding while taking this medication. Taking donepezil concurrently with an NSAID increases this risk. d. Donepezil is used to treat the manifestations of mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. The nurse should administer this medication at bedtime to reduce the risk for injury due to bradycardia and syncope.

A nurse is assessing a client who has conduct disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. Fearfulness of authority figures b. Flat affect c. Preoccupation with enforcing rules d. Aggressive behavior toward others

d. Aggressive behavior toward others RATIONALE a. Clients who have conduct disorder exhibit a lack of respect for authority figures and might attempt to initiate a fight with or intimidate others. b. Clients who have conduct disorder are easily angered and do not have a flat affect. c. Clients who have conduct disorder exhibit a lack of respect for rules. d. The nurse should expect the client who has conduct disorder to exhibit aggression toward others and impulsively violate others' rights.

A nurse in an acute mental health facility is leading a nursing staff discussion about the legal aspects of involuntary admissions. Which of the following pieces of information should the nurse include? a. A client who is involuntarily admitted must take prescribed medications. b. An involuntary admission of a client is limited to 2 weeks. c. A client who is involuntarily admitted can leave the facility against medical advice. d. An involuntary admission is justified if the client is a danger to others.

d. An involuntary admission is justified if the client is a danger to others. RATIONALE a. Clients who are involuntarily admitted retain the legal right to refuse medications. b. Clients who are involuntarily admitted might be required to remain in the facility for up to 60 days. After this time a legal review of the case is required to determine if continued involuntary treatment is required. c. Clients who are involuntarily admitted retain certain rights; however, they are unable to leave the health care facility against medical advice. If a client who is involuntarily admitted feels that the admission is unjustified, the client can file a legal petition requesting a review of the admission. d. A client who is a danger to others or to himself qualifies for an involuntary admission. The inability to meet basic needs due to the need for mental health treatment is also a justification for an involuntary admission.

A nurse is performing an admission assessment for a client who has restricting type anorexia nervosa. The nurse should expect to find which of the following? a. Recurrent binging b. Compensatory vomiting c. Loss of appetite d. Decreased caloric intake

d. Decreased caloric intake RATIONALE a. Recurrent binging is an expected finding of binge-eating/purging type anorexia nervosa. Clients who have restricting type anorexia nervosa are not expected to exhibit bulimic manifestations, such as binge eating. b. Compensatory vomiting is an expected finding of binge-eating/purging type anorexia nervosa. Clients who have restricting type anorexia nervosa are not expected to exhibit bulimic manifestations, such as compensatory vomiting. c. Loss of appetite is not an expected finding of a client who has anorexia nervosa. Clients who have restrictive type anorexia nervosa maintain an appetite; however, they have inadequate intake due to fear of gaining weight. d. The nurse should expect the client who has restricting type anorexia nervosa to have a restricted and decreased caloric intake due to the client's intense fear of weight gain.

A nurse is planning care for a newly admitted client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing acute mania. Which of the following client goals should the nurse identify as priority? a. Practicing problem-solving skills b. Understanding of medication regimen c. Identifying indications of relapse d. Maintaining adequate hydration

d. Maintaining adequate hydration RATIONALE a. The nurse should encourage the client to practice problem-solving skills during the continuation phase of treatment; however, there is another intervention that is the priority during the acute phase of bipolar disorder. b. The nurse should ensure that the client understands the medication regimen during the continuation phase of treatment; however, there is another intervention that is the priority during the acute phase of bipolar disorder. c. The nurse should teach the client to recognize indications of relapse during the continuation phase of treatment; however, there is another intervention that is the priority during the acute phase of bipolar disorder. d. The nurse should identify that the priority goal is to prevent physical exhaustion, maintain health, and meet nutritional and rest needs during the acute phase of the client's manic episode. The nurse should consider Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which includes five levels of priority when planning care for this client.

A nurse is planning care for a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing a manic episode. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan? a. Discourage the client from taking naps during the day. b. Allow the client to choose which clothing to wear each day. c. Encourage the client to participate in group therapy. d. Provide the client frequently with high-calorie finger-foods.

d. Provide the client frequently with high-calorie finger-foods. RATIONALE a. The nurse should encourage the client to take naps and frequent rest periods during the day to avoid physical exhaustion due to mania. b. The nurse should closely supervise the client's choice of clothing to maintain her dignity and promote positive self-esteem during a manic episode. c. The nurse should encourage one-on-one therapy during the manic phase. Group therapy can cause anxiety and agitation in the client. d. The nurse should provide the client with frequent, high-calorie snacks and meals during a manic episode to provide the calorie replacement needed due to excessive physical energy and activity. Providing finger-foods increases the client's intake by making it easier to eat when mania makes it difficult for her to sit down and concentrate on a meal.

A nurse is preparing to administer a benzodiazepine to a client who has generalized anxiety disorder. The nurse should tell the client which of the following adverse effects? a. Tinitus b. Bradycardia c. Halitosis d. Sedation

d. Sedation RATIONALE a. Tinnitus is not an adverse effect of benzodiazepines. b. Tachycardia, rather than bradycardia, is a potential adverse effect of benzodiazepines. c. Halitosis is not an adverse effect of benzodiazepines. d. The nurse should tell the client to expect sedation as an adverse effect of benzodiazepines because of the CNS depression effects.

A nurse is an acute mental health facility is reviewing medication records for a group of clients. The nurse should expect a prescription for memantine for a client who has which of the following diagnoses? a. Postpartum depression b. Schizophrenia c. Obesity d. Severe Alzheimer's disease

d. Severe Alzheimer's disease RATIONALE a. The nurse should recognize that memantine, an N-methyl-D-asparate (NMDA) receptor agonist, is not indicated for the treatment of depression. b. The nurse should recognize that memantine, an NMDA receptor agonist, is not indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia. c. The nurse should recognize that memantine, an NMDA receptor agonist, is not indicated for the treatment of obesity. d. The nurse should expect a prescription for memantine for a client who has moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. Memantine, an NMDA receptor agonist, is shown to slow the progression of manifestations and to improve cognitive function.

A nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder and is severely withdrawn. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use to facilitate communication with the client? a. Continue to talk if the client does not provide an immediate verbal response. b. Use platitudes when talking with the client. c. Ask the client direct questions. d. Speak to the client using simple and concrete terminology.

d. Speak to the client using simple and concrete terminology. RATIONALE a. The nurse should allow the client additional time to respond. Clients who are severely withdrawn might take longer to comprehend what is being said and formulate a response. b. The nurse should avoid the use of platitudes because this technique minimizes the client's feelings and promotes feelings of worthlessness in clients who are severely withdrawn. c. The nurse should avoid asking direct questions to a client who is severely withdrawn because this technique can raise his level of anxiety. d. The nurse should use simple and concrete terminology when communicating with this client. The client who is severely withdrawn has impaired comprehension and difficulty concentrating; therefore, this technique facilitates communication.

A nurse is assessing a client who has stage 4 Alzheimer's disease, which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. The client requires assistance with eating. b. The client independently manages personal finances. c. The client has bladder incontinence. d. The client is able to identify the names of family members.

d. The client is able to identify the names of family members. RATIONALE a. The nurse should expect the client who has Stage 4 Alzheimer's disease to still have the ability to eat without assistance. Clients who have Alzheimer's disease maintain this ability until Stage 7. b. The nurse should expect the client who has Stage 4 Alzheimer's disease to have difficulty performing complex tasks, such as managing personal finances. c. The nurse should expect the client who has Stage 4 Alzheimer's disease to be able to use the toilet independently. Clients who have Alzheimer's disease maintain continence until Stage 6. d. The nurse should expect the client who has Stage 4 Alzheimer's disease to recognize and identify family members. Clients who have Alzheimer's disease maintain this ability until Stage 6.

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving treatment for alcohol detoxification, which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer during this phase of the clients care? a. Buprenorphine b. Diazepam c. Varenicline d. Rimonabant

RATIONALE a. The nurse should expect to administer buprenorphine to a client during opiate detoxification. b. The nurse should expect to administer diazepam to a client during alcohol detoxification. Anti-anxiety agents, such as chlordiazepoxide and diazepam, are long-acting CNS depressants that are used to minimize the manifestations of alcohol withdrawal. c. The nurse should expect to administer varenicline to a client who has nicotine use disorder. d. The nurse should expect to administer rimonabant to a client who has nicotine use disorder.