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Question 1 of 5

After several therapeutic encounters with a patient who recently attempted suicide, which occurrence should cause the nurse to consider the possibility of countertransference?

A. The patient's reactions toward the nurse seem realistic and appropriate.

B. The patient states, "Talking to you feels like talking to my parents."

C. The nurse feels unusually happy when the patient's mood begins to lift.

D. The nurse develops a trusting relationship with the patient.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The nurse feels unusually happy when the patient's mood begins to lift.

Question 2 of 5

Which comment best indicates that a patient perceived the nurse was caring? "My nurse

A. always asks me which type of juice I want to help me swallow my medication."

B. explained my treatment plan to me and asked for my ideas about how to make it better."

C. spends time listening to me talk about my problems. That helps me feel like I am not alone."

D. told me that if I take all the medicines the doctor prescribes, then I will get discharged sooner."

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: spends time listening to me talk about my problems. That helps me feel like I am not alone."

Question 3 of 5

Which of these mental health problems has the highest annual prevalence in the United States?

A. Schizophrenia

B. Panic Disorder

C. Major depressive disorder

D. Generalized anxiety disorder

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Major depressive disorder

Question 4 of 5

After a suicide attempt, Edgar tells the nurse, 'I need my belt to keep my pants up. They keep falling down.' Which response should the nurse provide?

A. Your belt is locked in the business office for safekeeping, along with all your other valuables.'

B. For safety reasons, hospitalized clients are not allowed to keep certain personal possessions.'

C. I cannot provide your belt, but I will help you get some pants with an elastic waistband.'

D. I will ask the psychiatric technician to get your belt for you.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: I cannot provide your belt, but I will help you get some pants with an elastic waistband.'

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is meeting with a new client at a substance use disorder clinic. During which of the following step of the nursing process should the nurse identify the types of interventions that might produce the best client outcomes?

A. Evaluation

B. Planning

C. Analysis/diagnosis

D. Implementation

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Planning

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