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Question 1 of 5

An adult dies in a tragic accident. Afterward, the siblings plan a funeral service. Which statement by a sibling best indicates a sense of self-actualization?

A. "Of all of us, I am the most experienced with planning these types of events."
B. "Funerals are supposed to be conducted quietly, respectfully, and according to a social protocol."
C. "This death was unfair but I hope we can plan a service that everyone feels is a celebration of life."
D. "This death was probably the consequence of years of selfish and inconsiderate behavior by our sibling."

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: "This death was unfair but I hope we can plan a service that everyone feels is a celebration of life."

Question 2 of 5

A school nurse is meeting with a group of elementary school teachers to talk about motor disorders. One of the teachers raises their hand and says, 'I have a student in my class who cannot stop moving her arms unless she sits on her hands. Could this be a movement disorder?' What diagnosis would the nurse suggest as a possibility for this student?

A. a tic disorder
B. a stereotypic movement disorder
C. a developmental coordination disorder
D. normal development for the student's age

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: a stereotypic movement disorder

Question 3 of 5

Select the most appropriate label to complete this nursing diagnosis: related to feelings of shyness and poorly developed social skills as evidenced by watching television alone at home every evening.

A. Deficient knowledge
B. Ineffective coping
C. Social isolation
D. Powerlessness

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Social isolation

Question 4 of 5

A psychiatric-mental health nurse is providing care to a patient who has recently emigrated to the United States from Eastern Europe. Which of the following would be least effective in providing culturally competent care?

A. Demonstrating a genuine interest in the patient
B. Avoiding assumptions about the patient's culture
C. Speaking to the patient in his native language.
D. Acquiring information about the patient's country.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Speaking to the patient in his native language.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following are examples of primary prevention in a community mental health setting? Select all that apply.

A. Providing ongoing assessment of individuals at high risk for illness exacerbation.
B. Teaching physical and psychosocial effects of stress to elementary school students.
C. Referring for treatment those individuals in whom illness symptoms have been assessed.
D. Monitoring effectiveness of aftercare services.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Teaching physical and psychosocial effects of stress to elementary school students.

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