Exam 2: NUR2459 / NUR 2459
(Latest Update 2024 / 2025) Mental and Behavioral Health Nursing | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Rasmussen
Question:
When educating a client and their family about taking a serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), which should the nurse prioritize for teaching purposes?
- Avoid exposure to bright sunlight
- Report increased suicidal thoughts
- Restrict sodium intake to 1 g. daily
- Maintain a tyramine free diet
Answer:
- Report increased suicidal thoughts
Question:
A client is experiencing delusions of influence how is the client expressing this delusion
Answer:
A new tooth filling is controlling my thoughts 1 / 3
Question:
The nurse is providing health teaching for a patient who has been prescribed phenelzine for depression and provides a written list of foods that should not be eaten while taking this medication. What is the potential problem if the patient is not compliant with these dietary restrictions?
Answer:
The foods may precipitate a life-threatening hypertensive crisis
Question:
A nurse is providing medication teaching for a client who has a new prescription for clozapine. Which of the following statements indicates a need for further teaching?
- "I should ask my doctor before taking a new vitamin or herbal supplement."
- "I will report flu symptoms immediately to my doctor."
- "I should keep my medication in a dry place at room temperature."
- "This medication will help prevent seizures."
Answer:
- "This medication will help prevent seizures."
Question:
A nurse is caring for a client with delirium who is experiencing illusions.What environment conditions should the nurse arrange for the client?
Answer:
Provide a well lite room without glare or shadows with minimal noise 2 / 3
Question:
The client is experiencing a manic episode. which of the following activities will be included in the plan of care?
- Coloring activity and assist as needed
- Participation in group card game
- Participation in a BINGO game
- The creation of routine to promote sleep
Answer:
- Coloring activity and assist as needed
Question:
A client is very stressed about work and has started taking yoga classes.Which comment would indicate this physical activity has been successful?
- My muscles are kind of tight
- I haven't needed to take my anxiety medication as often
- I noticed my resting pulse rate has gone up
- I have a lot less energy than it used to have
Answer:
- I haven't needed to take my anxiety medication as often
- / 3