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Question 1 of 5

What part of a neuron receives the signal?

A. Axon

B. Axon Terminal

C. Dendrites

D. Soma

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Dendrites

Question 2 of 5

Recognizing the frequency of depression among the American population, the nurse should advocate for which mental health promotion intervention?

A. Including discussions on depression as part of school health classes

B. Providing regular depression screening for adolescent and teenage students

C. Increasing the number of community-based depression hotlines available to the public

D. Encouraging senior centers to provide information on accessing community depression resources

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Providing regular depression screening for adolescent and teenage students

Question 3 of 5

A 35-year-old man with abnormal behavior has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. In schizophrenia, Clozapine is more effective than haloperidol against:

A. Hallucinations

B. Bizarre delusions

C. Delusions

D. Social withdrawal

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Social withdrawal

Question 4 of 5

The nurse should use which test to check for large amounts of fluid around the patella?

A. Ballottement

B. Tinel sign

C. Phalen test

D. McMurray test

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ballottement

Question 5 of 5

Your depressed patient who is taking a tricyclic antidepressant is advised of possible anticholinergic side effects. Which of the following is NOT an anticholinergic side effect?

A. Blurred vision

B. Difficulty starting urine stream

C. Dry mouth

D. Muscle rigidity

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Muscle rigidity

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