Synopsis of Psychiatry Test Bank

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Question 1 of 5

When asked, the nurse explains that grief work refers to:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Grief work involves actively processing emotions, integrating the loss, and adapting to life without the deceased. It is not solely about stress coping or progress evaluation.

Question 2 of 5

An advance directive gives legally binding direction for health care interventions when a patient:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: An advance directive is used when a patient is unable to make their own healthcare decisions, typically due to a serious illness or injury. This legal document outlines the patient�s wishes for treatment and care.

Question 3 of 5

Which response is appropriate when a patient�s mother expresses guilt over causing my child to be schizophrenic?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Schizophrenia is primarily linked to biological factors, including genetic predispositions, neurochemical imbalances, and brain structure abnormalities. This response helps dispel guilt and provides reassurance to the mother.

Question 4 of 5

The desired outcome for a patient experiencing insomnia is, "Patient will sleep for a minimum of 5 hours nightly within 7 days." At the end of 7 days, review of sleep data shows the patient sleeps an average of 4 hours nightly and takes a 2-hour afternoon nap. What is the nurse�s next action?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: When goals are partially met, the plan of care should be re-evaluated, and adjustments should be made to interventions or timelines.

Question 5 of 5

A 19-year-old patient with undifferentiated schizophrenia is acutely psychotic. The nurse assesses the primary deficit as:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Acute psychosis primarily affects thought processes, evidenced by delusions or disorganized thinking.

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