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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following is a common symptom of generalized anxiety disorder?

A. Excessive worry about a variety of topics
B. Hyperactivity and impulsivity
C. Euphoria and grandiosity
D. Hallucinations

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Excessive worry about a variety of topics

Question 2 of 5

A client with depression is taking phenelzine (Nardil). The nurse advises the client to avoid consuming which food?

A. Crackers.
B. Vegetable salad.
C. Oatmeal.
D. Yogurt.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Yogurt.

Question 3 of 5

A patient tells the nurse, "I get sick so much, so I started taking ginseng to boost my immune system.” The patient’s only other medication is warfarin daily. Which potential complication should be included in the nursing assessment?

A. Gastrointestinal distress
B. Spontaneous bleeding
C. Thromboembolism
D. Drowsiness

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Spontaneous bleeding

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following is a priority in dealing with a highly anxious patient?

A. Provide support to reinforce a sense of security.
B. Implement strict limit setting to control behavior.
C. Increase environmental stimuli to distract the patient.
D. Provide more freedom to promote self-expression.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Provide support to reinforce a sense of security.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following is true regarding epigenetic changes?

A. Epigenetic changes are reversible.
B. Epigenetic changes, changes the DNA and how the body reacts to the DNA sequence.
C. Epigenetic changes are not linked to mental health conditions.
D. When combined with genetic risks, epigenetic changes decreased the risk for a psychiatric disease.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Epigenetic changes are reversible.

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