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MEN TAL HEALTH Question 1: A nurse is assessing a client who has recently been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Which of the following symptoms is the nurse most likely to observe? A. Auditory hallucinations B. Excessive worry about various events C. Significant weight loss D. Compulsive hand washing Correct Answer: B. Excessive worry about various events Question 2: A patient is prescribed fluoxetine (Prozac) for the treatment of depression. Which of the following side effects should the nurse monitor for in this patient? A. Bradycardia B. Weight gain C. Sexual dysfunction D. Increased salivation Correct Answer: C. Sexual dysfunction Question 3: A client with schizophrenia is experiencing delusions of persecution. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate? A. Challenging the client's delusions B. Asking the client to explain the delusions in detail C. Agreeing with the client's delusions D. Focusing on reality -based topics Correct Answer: D. Focusing on reality -based topics Question 4: During a mental health assessment, the nurse notes that a client is exhibiting pressured speech. This symptom is most commonly associated with: A. Major depressive disorder B. Bipolar disorder, manic phase C. Generalized anxiety disorder D. Obsessive -compulsive disorder Correct Answer: B. Bipolar disorder, manic phase Question 5: A nurse is caring for a client with post -traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which intervention is most effective in helping the client manage flashbacks? A. Encouraging the client to avoid discussing the traumatic event B. Teaching the client deep breathing and relaxation techniques C. Advising the client to focus on other people's problems D. Administering antipsychotic medication as prescribed Correct Answer: B. Teaching the client deep breathing and relaxation techniques Question 6: Which of the following statements by a client with major depressive disorder would indicate an increased risk for suicide? A. "I've been sleeping a lot more lately." B. "I can't seem to concentrate on anything." C. "I feel like a burden to everyone." D. "I'm starting to feel a bit better now." Correct Answer: C. "I feel like a burden to everyone." Question 7: A client with obsessive -compulsive disorder (OCD) spends hours each day checking and rechecking whether the doors are locked. Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for this client? A. Risk for injury B. Disturbed thought processes C. Ineffective coping D. Social isolation Correct Answer: C. Ineffective coping Question 8: A nurse is educating a family about electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which statement by a family member indicates a need for further teaching? A. "ECT can cause memory loss." B. "The patient will be awake during the procedure." C. "ECT is used for severe depression." D. "The procedure involves passing an electrical current through the brain." Correct Answer: B. "The patient will be awake during the procedure." Question 9: A client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder is admitted to the unit. Which characteristic behavior would the nurse expect? A. Emotional detachment B. Avoidance of social interactions C. Intense and unstable interpersonal relationships D. Consistent work performance Correct Answer: C. Intense and unstable interpersonal relationships Question 10: When assessing a client for alcohol withdrawal, which of the following symptoms should the nurse be alert for? A. Hypotension B. Bradycardia C. Diaphoresis D. Constipation

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