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Question 1 of 5

A nurse receives these three phone calls regarding a newly admitted patient. The psychiatrist wants to complete an initial assessment. An internist wants to perform a physical examination. The patient's attorney wants an appointment with the patient. The nurse schedules the activities for the patient. Which role has the nurse fulfilled?

A. Advocate
B. Case manager
C. Milieu manager
D. Provider of care

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Case manager

Question 2 of 5

What term refers to the level of choice, influence, and control that users of mental health services can exercise over events in their lives?

A. Emotional regulation
B. Empowerment
C. Mutual negotiation
D. Self-determination

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Empowerment

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is planning a counseling session with a group of 'at-risk' adolescents on the topic of drug abuse. Which teaching strategy would be most effective?

A. Handing out educational pamphlets and showing slides of car accidents related to teen drug use.
B. Showing informational videotapes and providing Internet addresses on the topic of drug addiction.
C. Giving information by lecturing and using pre- and posttest quizzing about the information.
D. Involving peers in teaching the effective group problem-solving skills.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Involving peers in teaching the effective group problem-solving skills.

Question 4 of 5

In a psychiatric inpatient setting, the nurse observes an adolescent client's peers calling the client names. In this context, which statement by the nurse exemplifies the concept of empathy?

A. "I can see that you are upset. Tell me how you feel."
B. "Your peers are being insensitive. I would be upset also."
C. "I used to be called names as a child. I know it can hurt feelings."
D. "I get angry when people are treated cruelly."

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: "I can see that you are upset. Tell me how you feel."

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is assessing an older adult client. Which of the following would the nurse interpret as most indicative of mental health and wellness?

A. Keeping social contacts to a minimum
B. Interacting with others in the environment
C. Relying solely on family for assistance
D. Experiencing bereavement

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Interacting with others in the environment

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