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A nurse is preparing to interview a client and is reviewing therapeutic communication techniques. Which of the following should the nurse include in the interview to invite the client to clarify feelings? Correct Answer - "You feel like you have the support needed to be successful." A nurse is participating in developing a policy to improve access to community mental health resources. Which of the following professional roles does this activity describe? Correct Answer - Social Role A nu...

Mild anxiety Correct Answer - Restlessness, increased motivation, irritablity Moderate anxiety Correct Answer - agitation, muscle tightness Severe anxiety Correct Answer - inability to function, ritualistic behavior, unresponsive Panic anxiety Correct Answer - distorted perception, loss of rational thought, immobility Panic disorder Correct Answer - recurrent panic attacks, episodes lasting 15-30 min 4+ of following symptoms: palpitations, SOB, choking/smothering sensation, chest...

A nurse in mental health facility observes a client who is experiencing panic level of anxiety. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? Correct Answer - Accompany the client to a quiet room. (Greatest risk for this client is injury due to severe anxiety. Therefore, first action nurse should take is to stay with client and bring him to a room with minimal stimuli.) A nurse is obtaining a history and physical on a client who presents to the emergency department of a mental h...

During the data collection phase each encounter with the client involves what? Correct Answer - An ongoing data collection. Do they have peer and family support? What should we determine when obtaining a psychosocial history from a client? Correct Answer - -Determine the clients use of substances, and any history of a substance use disorder -Determine the client stress level and coping abilities, such as usual coping strategies and support system What do we need to identify and remember a...

Set standards of care for mental health patients Correct Answer - American Nurses Association, the American Psychiatric Nurses Association, the International Society of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurses holistic Correct Answer - mental health nurses should use the nursing process, as well as a ________ approach to care for clients in mental health settings. The various methods used to identify factors that impact the mental well being of clients Correct Answer - observation, interiewing, ph...

Level of Consciousness: Alert Correct Answer - -responsive -able to fully respond by opening eyes & attending to normal tone of voice & speech -answers questions spontaneously & appropriately Level of Consciousness: Lethargic Correct Answer - -able to open eyes & respond but is drowsy -falls asleep readily Level of Consciousness: Stuporous Correct Answer - -patient requires vigorous or painful stimuli to elicit a brief response -might not be able to respond verbally Level of Conscio...

Always assess clients in holistic manner. Each will a require an ongoing assessment Correct Answer - observation, interviewing, physical examination, and collaboration Psychosocial history Correct Answer - perception of own health, beliefs about illness and wellness. Activity/leisure activities, how they pass their time. Use of substance abuse or disorder. Stress level and coping abilities like coping strategies, support systems. Cultural beliefs and practices, and spiritual beliefs. Menta...

risk factors for depression Correct Answer - COPD conduct disorder - destructive manner Correct Answer - reduce stimuli ethical justice Correct Answer - adequate time with verbally abusive plans for depressive disorders - understanding of teaching Correct Answer - update as manifestations change withdrawn & fearful Correct Answer - admission is confidential PTSD anxiety reduction Correct Answer - guided imagery diazepam 7.5mg for alcohol withdrawal Correct Answer - 1.5mL 12h...

RN is admitting client who has a alcohol use disorder. Which of the following statements by the client indicates that the client is using denial as a defense mechanism? A. I put in extra hours at work so I won't think about drinking B. I know that wine is good for my heart, so that's why I drink some each evening C. I make up for my drinking by taking my partner on nice vacations D. I am able to go to work every day, so I don't have a problem Correct Answer - A. I put in extra hours at ...

Borderline Personality Disorder Correct Answer - High risk for self-harm or suicide. "Cutters" Agoraphobia Correct Answer - Clients avoid being outside and have impaired ability to work or perform duties. Acute Dystonia Correct Answer - Side effect of Thorazine. Severe spasms of tongue, neck, and back. Requires rapid treatment. Treat with anticholinergic agents. Akathisia Correct Answer - Inability to sit or stand still, continual pacing and agitation. Manage symptoms with beta2-adren...