NSG 3450 EXAM 4 MENTAL HEALTH
PRACTICE EXAM 2024/2025 80 PRACTICE
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS/
GALEN NSG 3450 MENTAL HEALTH EXAM
4 PRACTICE EXAM(NEW)
Which central nervous system structures are most associated with anger and
aggression? Select all that apply:
a. amygdala
b. cerebellum
c. basal ganglia
d. temporal lobe
e. prefrontal cortex - ANSWER-a, d, e
Which intervention(s) should the nurse implement when helping a pt expresses
anger in an inappropriate manner? Select all that apply:
a. approach the pt in a calm, reassuring manner
b. provide suggestions regarding acceptable ways of communicating anger
c. warn the pt that being angry is not a health emotional state
d. set limits on the angry behavior that will be tolerated
e. allow any expression of anger as long as no one is hurt - ANSWER-a, b, d
Children are most likely to be abused if they are younger than ____ years of age -
ANSWER-4
Which statement made by a new mother should be explore further by the nurse?
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,a. "I have 3 children, that's enough"
b. "I think the baby cries just to make me angry"
c. "I wish my husband could help more with the baby"
d. "babies are a blessing, but they are a lot of work" - ANSWER-B
Which problem is observed in children who regularly witness acts of violence in
their family? Select all that apply:
a. phobias
b. low self-esteem
c. major depressive ds
d. narcissistic personality ds
e. PTSD - ANSWER-A, B, C, E
What situation associated w/ a caregiver presents the greatest risk that an older
adult will experience abuse by that caregiver?
a. the caregiver is a single male relative
b. the caregiver was neglected as a child
c. the caregiver is under the age of 30
d. the caregiver has little experience with the elderly - ANSWER-B
An appropriate expected outcome in individual therapy regarding the perpetrator of
abuse would be:
a. a decrease in family interaction so that there are fewer opportunities for abuse to
occur
b. the perpetrator will recognize destructive patterns of behavior and learn alternate
responses
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, c. the perpetrator will no longer live with the family but have supervised contact
while undergoing intensive inpatient therapy
d. a triad of treatment modalities, including medication, counseling, and role-
playing opportunities - ANSWER-B
Perpetrators of domestic violence tend to: Select all that apply:
a. have relatively poor social skills and to have grown up with poor role models
b. believe they, if male, should be dominant and in charge in relationships
c. force their mates to work and expect them to handle the financial decisions
d. be controlling and willing to use force to maintain their power in relationships
e. prevent their mates from having relationships and actives outside the family -
ANSWER-A, B, D, E
Assessing for _________ is the single best predictor of future violence -
ANSWER-Hx of violence
Which individuals are most at risk for displaying aggressive behavior? Select all
that apply:
a. an adolescent embarrassed in front of friends
b. a young male who feels rejected by the social group
c. a young adult depressed after the death of a friend
d. a middle-aged adult who feels that concerns are going unheard
e. a pt who was discovered telling a lie - ANSWER-a, b, d, e
A newly admitted male pt has a long hx of aggressive behavior toward staff.
Which statement by the nurse demonstrates the need for more info about the use of
restraint?
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PRACTICE EXAM 2024/2025 80 PRACTICE
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS/
GALEN NSG 3450 MENTAL HEALTH EXAM
4 PRACTICE EXAM(NEW)
Which central nervous system structures are most associated with anger and
aggression? Select all that apply:
a. amygdala
b. cerebellum
c. basal ganglia
d. temporal lobe
e. prefrontal cortex - ANSWER-a, d, e
Which intervention(s) should the nurse implement when helping a pt expresses
anger in an inappropriate manner? Select all that apply:
a. approach the pt in a calm, reassuring manner
b. provide suggestions regarding acceptable ways of communicating anger
c. warn the pt that being angry is not a health emotional state
d. set limits on the angry behavior that will be tolerated
e. allow any expression of anger as long as no one is hurt - ANSWER-a, b, d
Children are most likely to be abused if they are younger than ____ years of age -
ANSWER-4
Which statement made by a new mother should be explore further by the nurse?
pg. 1
,a. "I have 3 children, that's enough"
b. "I think the baby cries just to make me angry"
c. "I wish my husband could help more with the baby"
d. "babies are a blessing, but they are a lot of work" - ANSWER-B
Which problem is observed in children who regularly witness acts of violence in
their family? Select all that apply:
a. phobias
b. low self-esteem
c. major depressive ds
d. narcissistic personality ds
e. PTSD - ANSWER-A, B, C, E
What situation associated w/ a caregiver presents the greatest risk that an older
adult will experience abuse by that caregiver?
a. the caregiver is a single male relative
b. the caregiver was neglected as a child
c. the caregiver is under the age of 30
d. the caregiver has little experience with the elderly - ANSWER-B
An appropriate expected outcome in individual therapy regarding the perpetrator of
abuse would be:
a. a decrease in family interaction so that there are fewer opportunities for abuse to
occur
b. the perpetrator will recognize destructive patterns of behavior and learn alternate
responses
pg. 2
, c. the perpetrator will no longer live with the family but have supervised contact
while undergoing intensive inpatient therapy
d. a triad of treatment modalities, including medication, counseling, and role-
playing opportunities - ANSWER-B
Perpetrators of domestic violence tend to: Select all that apply:
a. have relatively poor social skills and to have grown up with poor role models
b. believe they, if male, should be dominant and in charge in relationships
c. force their mates to work and expect them to handle the financial decisions
d. be controlling and willing to use force to maintain their power in relationships
e. prevent their mates from having relationships and actives outside the family -
ANSWER-A, B, D, E
Assessing for _________ is the single best predictor of future violence -
ANSWER-Hx of violence
Which individuals are most at risk for displaying aggressive behavior? Select all
that apply:
a. an adolescent embarrassed in front of friends
b. a young male who feels rejected by the social group
c. a young adult depressed after the death of a friend
d. a middle-aged adult who feels that concerns are going unheard
e. a pt who was discovered telling a lie - ANSWER-a, b, d, e
A newly admitted male pt has a long hx of aggressive behavior toward staff.
Which statement by the nurse demonstrates the need for more info about the use of
restraint?
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