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Question 1 of 5

A client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) brings up a conflict with the staff in a community meeting and develops a following of clients who unreasonably demand modification of unit rules. Which approach is best for the nursing staff to implement?

A. Allow the clients to apply the democratic process when developing unit rules.

B. Maintain consistency of care by open communication to avoid staff manipulation.

C. Allow the client spokesperson to verbalize concerns during a unit staff meeting.

D. Maintain unit order by the application of autocratic leadership.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Maintain consistency of care by open communication to avoid staff manipulation.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse encounters an unfamiliar psychiatric disorder on a new patient's admission form. Which resource should the nurse consult to determine criteria used to establish this diagnosis?

A. International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10)

B. The ANA's Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice

C. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM- V)

D. N/A

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM- V)

Question 3 of 5

The nurse teaches the parents of a mentally retarded child regarding her care. The following guidelines may be taught except:

A. Overprotection of the child

B. Patience, routine, and repetition

C. Assisting the parents set realistic goals

D. Giving reasonable compliments

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Overprotection of the child

Question 4 of 5

During a routine checkup, Nurse Mariane assesses a male client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) for signs and symptoms of cancer. What is the most common AIDS-related cancer?

A. Squamous cell carcinoma

B. Multiple myeloma

C. Leukemia

D. Kaposi's sarcoma

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Kaposi's sarcoma

Question 5 of 5

The adrenal cortex is responsible for producing which substances?

A. Glucocorticoids and androgens

B. Catecholamines and epinephrine

C. Mineralocorticoids and catecholamines

D. Norepinephrine and epinephrine

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Glucocorticoids and androgens

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