NURS 1102 PASSPOINT MOOD ADJUSTMENT
AND DEMENTIA DISORDERS
Question 1 See full question
A depressed client tells a nurse, "I want to die. Life just
isn't worth living." Which response by the nurse is most
appropriate?
You Selected:
• "Of course life is worth living. You'll feel better soon...
NURS 1102 PASSPOINT MOOD ADJUSTMENT
AND DEMENTIA DISORDERS
Question 1 See full question
A depressed client tells a nurse, "I want to die. Life just
isn't worth living." Which response by the nurse is most
appropriate?
You Selected:
• "Of course life is worth living. You'll feel better soon."
Correct response:
• "This must be a very difficult time for you."
Explanation:
Remediation:
Question 2 See full question
A professional artist is admitted to the psychiatric unit for
treatment of bipolar disorder. During the previous 2
weeks, the client has created 154 paintings, slept only 2
to 3 hours every 2 days, and lost 18 lb (8.2 kg). Based on
Maslow's hierarchy of needs, what should the nurse
provide this client with first?
You Selected:
• Help with reestablishing a normal sleep pattern
Correct response:
• Help with reestablishing a normal sleep pattern
Explanation:
Remediation:
Question 3 See full question
For the client receiving outpatient treatment for
depression and suicidal ideation, what is the correct
amount of imipramine to have at one time?
You Selected:
• a 30-day supply
Correct response:
• a 7-day supply
Explanation:
, Remediation:
Question 4 See full question
When developing appropriate assignments for the staff,
which client should the nurse manager judge to be at
highest risk for suicide completion?
You Selected:
• an 85-year-old Caucasian man who lives alone after his
wife's death
Correct response:
• an 85-year-old Caucasian man who lives alone after his
wife's death
Explanation:
Remediation:
Question 5 See full question
Which statement by a client taking valproic acid for
bipolar disorder indicates that further teaching about this
medication is necessary?
You Selected:
• "I can chew the pills if necessary."
Correct response:
• "I can chew the pills if necessary."
Explanation:
Remediation:
Question 6 See full question
During the nurse’s conversation with a depressed client,
the client states, “I have no reason to be sad. I have a
great job and a wonderful wife and family.” Which
comment would be best for the nurse to make at this
time?
You Selected:
• "Depression can be caused by a chemical imbalance in
, the brain."
Correct response:
• "Depression can be caused by a chemical imbalance in
the brain."
Explanation:
Remediation:
Question 7 See full question
When educating a client who has been diagnosed with
dysthymia about possible treatment for the disorder,
which information should the nurse include?
You Selected:
• "Antidepressants offer you the best treatment for your
disorder."
Correct response:
• "Dysthymia often responds to the combination of
psychotherapy and antidepressants."
Explanation:
Question 8 See full question
The family of a client diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease
wants to keep the client at home. They say that they
have the most difficulty in managing his wandering. What
should the nurse instruct the family to do? Select all that
apply.
You Selected:
• Ask the health care provider (HCP) for a sleeping
medication.
• Install door alarms and high door locks.
Correct response:
• Install motion and sound detectors.
• Have the client wear a Medical Alert bracelet.
• Install door alarms and high door locks.
Explanation:
, Remediation:
Question 9 See full question
During the initial assessment, a female client exhibits
pressured speech. She points to certain patterns on the
wallpaper and says, "This is the writing about the
tsunami. Thousands of people died because I read the
writing. I should never have read the writing; it was my
fault." Which of the following would be central to the
nurse’s interventions?
You Selected:
• Replying to the client with feedback about reality and the
client's behaviors
Correct response:
• Replying to the client with feedback about reality and the
client's behaviors
Explanation:
Remediation:
Question 10 See full question
A client taking tranylcypromine sulfate for depression was
treated in the emergency department for a headache,
vomiting, and blood pressure of 190/100 mm/Hg following
dinner at a restaurant. At discharge, the nurse evaluated
the client’s understanding of diet instructions. For what
menu choice will the nurse provide further education?
You Selected:
• Carrot cake and black coffee
Correct response:
• Mexican sausage soup with guacamole and chips
Explanation:
Remediation:
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