Psychiatry Test Bank

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Question 1 of 5

A patient is experiencing distress with midlife transition. Which statement provides support that the patient is successfully managing this stressor?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Successfully managing midlife transitions involves finding realistic and satisfying alternatives to earlier, unmet goals, demonstrating emotional growth and adaptability.

Question 2 of 5

A patient is experiencing distress with midlife transition. Which statement provides support that the patient is successfully managing this stressor?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Successfully managing midlife transitions involves finding realistic and satisfying alternatives to earlier, unmet goals, demonstrating emotional growth and adaptability.

Question 3 of 5

According to Piaget, which of the following would the nurse consider normal when assessing a 6-year-old?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: At 6 years old, children are typically in the concrete operational stage of development, characterized by logical thinking and enjoyment of problem-solving activities like puzzles.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse wants to assess for suicidal ideation in an elderly patient. Select the best question to begin this assessment.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: his open-ended question directly addresses the patient�s thoughts about suicide in the context of their current life situation, giving them an opportunity to express any concerns or ideations.

Question 5 of 5

What would be an appropriate short-term outcome for a patient diagnosed with residual schizophrenia who exhibits ambivalence?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Residual schizophrenia can cause ambivalence or difficulty making decisions. Offering simple choices reduces decision-making stress and promotes autonomy.

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An advanced practice nurse is qualified to perform which action for patients?

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