Psychiatric Nursing - Mock Test 15 (30 MCQ with Answers)
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Course
Psychiatric Nursing
Institution
Psychiatric Nursing
Dive into the world of psychiatric nursing assessment with this comprehensive MCQ mock test. Designed to test your knowledge and understanding of key concepts, this test covers a wide range of topics including cultural considerations, assessment of different age groups, co-occurring disorders, lega...
Subject: Psychiatric nursing Total MCQ: 30
Time: 45 Minutes
1. Which of the following factors is important to consider when assessing
individuals from different cultural backgrounds in psychiatric nursing?
a) Gender identity
b) Socioeconomic status
c) Religious beliefs
d) Marital status
2. When assessing children and adolescents with mental health disorders,
the nurse should prioritize:
a) Observation of physical symptoms
b) Reviewing academic performance
c) Engaging in therapeutic play
d) Assessing family dynamics
3. In the assessment of older adults with mental health disorders, the
nurse should be aware that symptoms of depression may be masked by:
a) Increased appetite
b) Sleep disturbances
c) Physical pain
d) Memory impairment
4. Which assessment tool is commonly used to screen for co-occurring
disorders in clients with mental health disorders?
a) Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression
b) Brief Symptom Inventory
c) Mini-Mental State Examination
d) Addiction Severity Index
, 5. A client with a co-occurring disorder is experiencing symptoms of
withdrawal. Which nursing intervention should take priority during the
assessment?
a) Assessing for suicidal ideation
b) Administering detoxification medications
c) Evaluating the client's substance abuse history
d) Monitoring vital signs and physical symptoms
6. Legal and ethical issues that may arise during psychiatric nursing
assessment include:
a) Confidentiality and informed consent
b) Personal beliefs of the nurse
c) Diagnostic labeling of the client
d) Limited access to healthcare services
7. When assessing the cultural considerations of a client, which question
would be most appropriate for the nurse to ask?
a) "Are you experiencing any physical pain?"
b) "What is your cultural background?"
c) "How would you rate your current level of stress?"
d) "Do you have any history of mental health disorders?"
8. When assessing children and adolescents with mental health disorders,
the nurse should pay particular attention to:
a) Social media usage
b) Occupational history
c) Family medical history
d) Financial status
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