Focusing on the patient's feeling is which of the following therapeutic techniques.

NURSE: "I'll sit with you for awhile."

NURSE: "Is there something you’d like to talk about?"

NURSE: "Tell me more about…"

PATIENT: "I can’t sleep. I stay awake at night most of the times."

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NURSE: "You have difficulty sleeping?"

PATIENT: "It’s a waste of time talking to anyone!”

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NURSE: "Do you feel that no one understands?"

PATIENT: "I'm feeling sick inside!" (Sick – can mean a lot)

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NURSE: "What do you mean by feeling sick inside?"

PATIENT: "I am in Cloud 9!"

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NURSE: "Are you feeling happy today?"

PATIENT: "Do you think I should tell my dad?"

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NURSE: "What do you think would work best?"

NURSE: “It would be difficult at first, but you’ll get through it.”

NURSE: "What is different about your feelings today?"

Mental health is defined as:

The superego is that part of the psyche that:

In the care of a withdrawn, reclusive psychotic client, the priority goal is for the client to develop what?

The nurse is aware that a 6-year old with normal psychosocial development would have achieved Erickson’s developmental tasks of trust, autonomy, and?

The nurse is aware that according to Erikson's developmental psychosocial theory, which is expected by 20 years of age?

A depressed client is brought to the emergency department after taking an overdose of a sedative. After lavage the client says, "Let me die. I'm no good." What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?

A client, who is to have mastectomy for breast cancer, tells the nurse that she is worried about what she will look like after the surgery. The nurse’s most appropriate initial response would be:

When a disturbed client who has a history of using neologisms says to the nurse, “My lacket hss kelong mon.” The nurse should respond by:

A client with bulimia nervosa eats two sandwiches, two salads, and four desserts for lunch. After the meal the nurse would expect to observe the client:

After detoxification, a client with a long history of alcohol abuse has agreed to attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at the hospital. On the day of the second meeting, the client states, “I cannot attend the AA meeting today because I am expecting an important phone call.” The nurse's most therapeutic response would be:

A client is admitted to a psychiatric unit with the diagnosis of schizophrenia, undifferentiated type. When assessing the client, the nurse identifies the presence of several characteristics related to this disorder. What may this include? Select all that apply.

A 30-year-old male employee frequently complains of low back pain that leads to frequent absences from work. Consultation and tests reveal negative results. What would be the best response to the client’s repeated complaints of pain?

The client said, “I can’t even take care of my baby. I’m good for nothing.” Which is the appropriate nursing diagnosis?

A 42-year-old male client is admitted to the ward because of bizarre behaviors. He is given a diagnosis of schizophrenia, a paranoid type. The client should have achieved the development task of:

The nurse asks a client to roll up his sleeves so she can take his blood pressure. The client replies, “If you want I can go naked for you.” The most therapeutic response by the nurse is:

A patient diagnosed with terminal cancer says to the nurse, “I’m going to die, and I wish my family would stop hoping for a cure! I get so angry when they carry on like this. After all, I’m the one who’s dying.” Which response by the nurse is therapeutic?

The nurse employed in a mental health clinic is greeted by a neighbor in a local grocery store. The neighbor asks the nurse, “How is Mary doing? She is my best friend and is seen at your clinic every week.” Which is the most appropriate nursing response?

Which therapeutic communication technique is being used in this nurse-client interaction.

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Client: “My father spanked me often.”

Nurse: “Your father was a harsh disciplinarian?”

A widow age 28, whose husband died one year ago due to AIDS, has just been told that she has AIDS. She says to the nurse, “Why me? How could God do this to me?” This reaction is one of:

A client is experiencing an anxiety attack. The most appropriate nursing intervention should include:

Linda is pacing the floor and appears extremely anxious. The duty nurse approaches in an attempt to alleviate Linda’s anxiety. The most therapeutic question by the nurse would be?

A 35-year-old male has an intense fear of riding an elevator. He claims “As if I will die inside.” This has affected his studies. The client is suffering from:

An old woman was brought to the hospital for evaluation due to increasing forgetfulness and limitations in daily function. The daughter revealed that the client used her toothbrush to comb her hair. She is manifesting:

The wife admits that she is a victim of abuse and opens up about her persistent distaste for sex. This sexual disorder is:

Clients with personality disorders have difficulties in their social and occupational functions. They most likely:

Jane is admitted to an inpatient psychiatric unit for treatment of obsessive-compulsive symptoms. OCD is associated with:

During a group therapy session in the psychiatric unit, Joyce constantly interrupts with impulsive behavior and exaggerated stories that cast her as hero or princess. She also manipulates the group with attention-seeking behaviors such as sexual comments and angry outbursts. Nurse Joey realizes that these behaviors are typical of:

Before eating a meal, a female client with OCD must wash his hands for 18 minutes, comb her hair 444 strokes, and switch the bathroom lights 44 times. What is the most appropriate goal of care for this client?

A client is admitted to the psychiatric clinic for the treatment of anorexia nervosa. To promote the client’s physical health, the nurse should plan to:

The client is arrogant and manipulative. In ensuring a therapeutic milieu, the nurse does one of the following:

The nurse is interviewing a handsome man. He is intelligent and very charming. When asked about his family, he states he has been married four times. He says three of those marriages were "shotgun" weddings. He states he never really loved any of his wives. He doesn't know much about his three children. "I've lost track," he states. The nurse recognizes these are traits of:

One client spends hours arranging and re-arranging furniture in his room. This behavior is identified as:

How soon after chlorpromazine (Thorazine) administration should the nurse expect to see a client’s delusional thoughts and hallucinations eliminated:

A client tells the nurse that the television newscaster is sending a secret message to her. The nurse suspects the client is experiencing:

A client is admitted to the psychiatric unit of a local hospital with chronic undifferentiated schizophrenia. During the next several days, the client is seen laughing, yelling, and talking to herself. This behavior is characteristic of:

A client has been receiving Chlorpromazine (Thorazine), an antipsychotic, to treat his psychosis. Which findings should alert the nurse that the client is experiencing pseudoparkinsonism?

A client is admitted to a psychiatric facility with a diagnosis of chronic schizophrenia. The history indicates that the client has been taking neuroleptic medication for many years. Assessment reveals unusual movements of the tongue, neck, and arms. Which condition should the nurse suspect?

What medication would probably be ordered for the acutely aggressive schizophrenia client?

A client with chronic schizophrenia who takes neuroleptic medication is admitted to the psychiatric unit. Nursing assessment reveals rigidity, fever, hypertension, and diaphoresis. These findings suggest which life-threatening reaction:

A client is about to be discharged with a prescription for the antipsychotic agent haloperidol (Haldol), 10 mg p.o. BID. During a discharge teaching session, the nurse should provide which instruction to the client?

A teenage girl is diagnosed to have a borderline personality disorder. Which manifestations support the diagnosis?

Bessey with a borderline personality disorder is to be discharged soon threatens to “do something” to herself if discharged. Which of the following actions by the nurse would be most important?

One morning the nurse sees the client in a depressed mood. The nurse asks “What are you thinking about?” This communication technique is:

The primary level of prevention is exemplified by: