Psychosocial Integrity Practice Quiz 1
Is your knowledge about the foundation of nursing well and sound? This quiz will question your ability to handle different nursing procedures, and other concepts covered by Fundamentals of Nursing.
Topics
Topics or concepts included in this exam are:
- Administration of blood products (Packed red blood cells, fresh frozen plasma, platelet concentrate, and cryoprecipitate).
- Blood transfusion
Guidelines
To make the most out of this exam, follow the guidelines below:
- Read each question carefully and choose the best answer.
- You are given one minute per question. Spend your time wisely!
- Answers and rationales (if any) are given below. Be sure to read them.
- If you need more clarifications, please direct them to the comments section.
Q.1 A patient diagnosed with depression is prescribed a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). When teaching the patient about the medication, which statement made by the patient indicates the need for additional teaching?
A. I don’t have to limit the pepperoni on my pizza.
B. I can still eat out at restaurants as long as I’m careful.
C. I will miss putting soy sauce on my noodles.
D. I’m glad I can still eat hamburgers and french fries.
View AnswerQ.2 A newly-admitted patient’s medication orders include donepezil hydrochloride (Aricept). The nurse knows this medication is prescribed for
A. Alzheimer’s disease
B. Major depression
C. Bipolar disorder
D. Schizophrenia
View AnswerQ.3 A nurse is caring for an elderly Vietnamese patient in the terminal stages of lung cancer. Many family members are in the room around the clock performing unusual rituals and bringing ethnic foods. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
A. Restrict visiting hours and ask the family to limit visitors to two at a time
B. Notify visitors with a sign on the door that the patient is limited to clear fluids only with no solid food allowed
C. If possible, keep the other bed in the room unassigned to provide privacy and comfort to the family
D. Contact the physician to report the unusual rituals and activities
View AnswerQ.4 A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder is admitted for inpatient care. Which of the following is the primary goal during the admission assessment?
A. Establishing desired outcomes for the patient
B. Administering antidepressant medications
C. Collecting and organizing patient data
D. Reviewing the policies for patient conduct
View AnswerQ.5 Which of the following assessment findings in a patient’s health history supports a diagnosis of substance dependence?
A. Impaired judgment and risk-taking behaviors
B. Withdrawal symptoms when not using the substance
C. Continued tardiness and absenteeism from work
D. Numerous legal problems and interpersonal conflicts
View AnswerQ.6 A patient diagnosed with delirium sees the intravenous (I V) tubing and believes it to be a snake. How should the healthcare provider document this behavior?
A. Delusion
B. Hallucination
C. Illusion
D. Confusion
View AnswerQ.7 When assessing a patient with severe depression, which of the following would the healthcare provider identify as a cognitive alteration?
A. Powerlessness
B. Low self-esteem
C. Anxiety
D. Somatic Delusions
View AnswerQ.8 During a group therapy session, a client with heroine addiction states, “I have caused my wife and kids so much pain. I’m such a loser.” What is the nurse’s best response?
A. They will eventually forgive you.
B. You’re going to have to earn their trust again.
C. Drug dependence affects the whole family.
D. Addiction is a treatable disease.
View AnswerQ.9 A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is prescribed lithium carbonate (Lithobid). When teaching the patient about the medication, which of these statements is a priority for the healthcare provider include?
A. Drink lots of fluids, especially if you are active during hot weather.
B. You should avoid consuming dairy products when you are taking this medication.
C. You should follow this low calorie, low sodium diet to prevent weight gain.
D. Call our office immediately if you experience any unusual bruising or bleeding.
View AnswerQ.10 After being robbed and beaten by an unknown assailant, a patient is diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). When developing a plan of care for the patient, which of these interventions will the healthcare provider plan to implement first?
A. Assist the patient in recalling the details of the event
B. Teach the patient coping skills to deal with anxiety
C. Ensure the patient is taking medications as prescribed
D. Promote the establishment of a trusting relationship
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