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Question 1 of 5

A client diagnosed with schizophrenia was released from a state mental hospital after 20 years of institutionalization. A nurse should recognize which characteristic that is likely to be exhibited by this client?

A. The client is likely to be compliant with treatment because of institutional dependency.

B. The client is likely to find a variety of community support services to aid in the transition.

C. The client is likely to adjust to the community environment if given sufficient support.

D. The client is likely to be admitted at some time to an acute care unit for psychiatric treatment.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The client is likely to be admitted at some time to an acute care unit for psychiatric treatment.

Question 2 of 5

While visiting a family in their home, a community health nurse hears a parent screaming who says, 'Everything you do is wrong. Can't you do anything right ever?' The nurse suspects which of the following?

A. Neglect

B. Emotional abuse

C. Sexual abuse

D. Physical abuse

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Emotional abuse

Question 3 of 5

Convicted criminals are most likely to have which of the following diagnoses?

A. borderline personality disorder.

B. sadistic personality disorder.

C. psychopathy.

D. antisocial personality disorder.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: antisocial personality disorder.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse often assists in the process of obtaining informed consent from the client for treatment and/or procedures. Who has the responsibility of providing information to the client so he can give informed consent?

A. Social worker

B. Nurse

C. Physician

D. Facility's legal representative

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Physician

Question 5 of 5

The term psychological dependence is used when:

A. It is clear that the individual has changed their life to ensure continued use of the drug

B. Their activities are centred on the drug and its use

C. Leads to neglect of other important activities such as work, social and family commitments

D. All of the above

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: All of the above

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