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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following brain structures is involved in voluntary motor movements?

A. Basal ganglia

B. Prefrontal cortex

C. Amygdala

D. Limbic system

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Basal ganglia

Question 2 of 5

Which best defines a patient who is a poor metabolizer?

A. This patient will have lower blood concentrations of the medication.

B. This patient will have lower blood concentrations of the medication.

C. This patient has a decreased risk of side effects and adverse reactions

D. This patient should not be prescribed antidepressants.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: This patient will have lower blood concentrations of the medication.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following is the best medication class for the PMHNP to prescribe to address elevated norepinephrine levels?

A. SSRI

B. MAOI

C. SNRI

D. Benzodiazepines

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: SNRI

Question 4 of 5

A patient who recently started on a first generation antipsychotic reports sexual dysfunction and nipple discharge. Which of the following actions by the PMHNP is appropriate?

A. The PMHNP orders blood test to examine the patient's prolactin level.

B. The PMHNP states this is a normal response to treatment and these symp-

C. The PMHNP asks the patient if they are taking any OTC supplements.

D. The PMHNP educated the patient on EPS and informs the patient that they will have to discontinue their medication

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The PMHNP orders blood test to examine the patient's prolactin level.

Question 5 of 5

Mary is a 39-year-old attending a psychiatric outpatient clinic. Mary believes that her husband, sister, and son cause her problems. Listening to Mary describe the problems, the nurse displays therapeutic communication in which response?

A. I understand you are in a difficult situation.

B. Thinking about being wronged repeatedly does more harm than good.

C. I feel bad about your situation, and I am so sorry it is happening to you and your family.

D. It must be so difficult to live with uncaring people.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: I understand you are in a difficult situation.

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