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Introduction To Mental Health Nursing > Mental Health

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Question 1:

What is the primary goal of crisis intervention?

A. Provide long-term psychotherapy B. Stabilize the client and prevent long-term harm C. Diagnose psychiatric disorders D. Initiate psychopharmacological treatment immediately

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Long-term psychotherapy is a rehabilitative process, not the immediate focus during an acute crisis.

Choice B:

The main goal is rapid stabilization to prevent deterioration and reduce the risk of lasting psychological effects.

Choice C:

Diagnostic assessment may occur later but is not the immediate aim of crisis intervention.

Choice D:

Immediate psychopharmacology may be used as an adjunct, but stabilization is the primary objective.

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Question 2:

Which of the following is an example of maladaptive coping?

A. Problem-solving B. Seeking social support C. Substance abuse D. Positive reframing

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Problem-solving is an adaptive strategy that directly addresses and resolves the cause of stress.

Choice B:

Seeking social support promotes emotional relief and can improve coping outcomes.

Choice C:

Substance abuse provides temporary relief but increases risk for health problems, addiction, and worsening of the original stressor.

Choice D:

Positive reframing encourages resilience by helping individuals view challenges from a more constructive perspective.

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Question 3:

Which of the following is a therapeutic communication technique?

A. Giving advice and probing questions B. Reflecting and clarifying C. Using clichés and offering reassurance D. Interrupting and redirecting the conversation

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Giving advice and probing questions: Giving advice can be harmful as it takes away the patient's autonomy and suggests that the healthcare provider knows what's best for them, which can discourage the patient from solving problems on their own. Probing questions can make a patient feel questioned and defensive.

Choice B:

Reflecting is a therapeutic approach in which the practitioner rephrases or repeats the patient's feelings or remarks. This encourages the patient to elaborate further by demonstrating that they are being understood and listened. The patient develops awareness of their own feelings and thoughts.

Clarifying involves asking open-ended questions to ensure that the patient's words are understood correctly. This reduces miscommunication and shows sincere interest, which fosters rapport and trust.

Choice C:

Using clichés and offering reassurance: Using phrases such as "It's going to be okay" can sound condescending and inauthentic, invalidating the patient's emotions. Offering false reassurance can end a conversation and give them the impression that their concerns are not being taken seriously.

Choice D:

Interrupting and redirecting the conversation: Interrupting a patient can harm rapport because it conveys a lack of interest and respect. Redirecting the conversation away from the patient's concerns invalidates their feelings and stops them from freely expressing themselves.

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