Psychiatry Test Bank

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Question 1 of 5

When a hospitalized patient dies, his wife stares blankly at the nurse and states, �It can�t be.� The nurse assesses this as indicating:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The wife's statement, "It can't be," indicates that she is experiencing shock and disbelief at the news of her husband's death. This response is common when individuals are faced with a sudden and unexpected loss. The wife's blank stare and statement suggest that she is struggling to accept the reality of the situation, which aligns with the symptoms of shock and disbelief.

Question 2 of 5

Before assessing a new patient, a nurse is told by another health care worker, "I know that patient. No matter how hard we work, there isn�t much improvement by the time of discharge." The nurse�s responsibility is to:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A nurse should maintain objectivity and conduct their own assessment, considering all sources of information.

Question 3 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 4 of 5

When differentiating between bereavement symptoms and depression, the nurse will base the formulation on knowledge that in bereavement:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Bereavement involves waves of emotional pain, often triggered by reminders of the loss, whereas depression typically causes persistent symptoms such as guilt or hopelessness.

Question 5 of 5

Which statement made by a teenage male hospitalized after a failed suicide attempt is most concerning to the nurse?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: This statement is concerning because it suggests the teenager may still have access to dangerous means (in this case, a gun) and may not fully understand or take responsibility for the gravity of his previous suicidal attempt. The attachment to the gun is alarming.

Similar Questions

Which statement made by a teenage male hospitalized after a failed suicide attempt is most concerning to the nurse?
Which assessment finding should be considered a high risk factor for adolescent suicide?
In a sad voice, an elderly patient tells the nurse of the recent deaths of a spouse and close friend. The patient has no other family and only a few acquaintances in the community. The nurse�s priority is to determine whether which nursing diagnosis applies to this patient?
By discharge, which outcome is appropriate for a patient who hears voices telling them they are evil?
A nurse, leading an inpatient group dealing with women�s issues, identifies a patient who is assuming the role of aggressor. Which behavior characterizes this role?

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