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Question 1 of 5

What is the desirable outcome for the orientation stage of a nurse-patient relationship? The patient will demonstrate behaviors that indicate

A. self-responsibility and autonomy.

B. a greater sense of independence.

C. rapport and trust with the nurse.

D. resolved transference.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: rapport and trust with the nurse.

Question 2 of 5

Which issues should a nurse address during the first interview with a patient with a psychiatric disorder?

A. Trust, congruence, attitudes, and boundaries

B. Goals, resistance, unconscious motivations, and diversion

C. Relationship parameters, the contract, confidentiality, and termination

D. Transference, countertransference, intimacy, and developing resources

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Relationship parameters, the contract, confidentiality, and termination

Question 3 of 5

When considering stigmatization, which statement made by the nurse demonstrates a need for immediate intervention by the nurse manager?

A. Depression seems to be a real problem among the teenage population.

B. My experience has been that the Irish have a problem with alcohol use.

C. Women are at greater risk for developing suicidal thoughts then acting on them.

D. We've admitted several military veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder this month.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: My experience has been that the Irish have a problem with alcohol use.

Question 4 of 5

In which phase of the nursing process and step in the nursing care plan should a nurse record the item, 'Encourage patient to attend one psychoeducational group daily'?

A. Assessment

B. Analysis

C. Implementation

D. Evaluation

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Implementation

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is working with a patient diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder. The patient states, 'I worry about everything, even things that are out of my control.' Which of the following is the priority nursing diagnosis?

A. Anxiety

B. Imbalanced nutrition: Less than body requirements

C. Ineffective coping

D. Powerlessness

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Anxiety

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