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NSG322 FINAL NEWEST 2025/2026 ACTUAL EXAM TEST
BANK| COMPLETE 550 REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
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A child is suspected of abuse. What is the possible manifestation?
- Urinary incontinence
- Visual hallucinations
- Weight gain
- Hyperactivity – Correct Answer - A) Urinary incontinence
For a patient diagnosed with narcolepsy, which medication would be contraindicated due to potential adverse effects or ineffectiveness?
- Venlafaxine
- Sertraline
- Methylphenidate
- Amitriptyline – Correct Answer - A) Venlafaxine
While administering psychiatric medications, the nurse should be particularly concerned about a patient whose apical pulse rate falls below 60 beats per minute. Which psychiatric medication is most likely associated with this cardiac effect?
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
- Benzodiazepine 1 / 4
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- Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA)
- Atypical antipsychotic – Correct Answer - B) Benzodiazepine
A husband complains of poor sleep quality. What sleep-related phenomenon may be associated with his difficulty in sleeping?
- Sleepwalking
- Hypopnea
- Nightmares
- Narcolepsy – Correct Answer - B) Hypopnea
A patient with anorexia nervosa has a BMI of 14.8. What physical manifestation is commonly associated with severe malnutrition in anorexic individuals?
- Lanugo
- Jaundice
- Petechiae
- Clubbing of the nails – Correct Answer - A) Lanugo
A patient is admitted for depression and exhibits suicidal ideation. What intervention would the nurse prioritize?
- Administering an antidepressant medication
- Assigning a sitter or someone to sit with the patient
- Encouraging solitary reflection time
- Allowing the patient to spend time alone for self-reflection – Correct
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pg. 3 A GABAergic medication is administered to a patient experiencing hallucinogen intoxication. How would the healthcare provider assess the effectiveness of the medication?
- Increased heart rate
- Enhanced visual hallucinations
- Improved concentration
- Decreased anxiety – Correct Answer - D) Decreased anxiety
Why do patients with eating disorders need to attend therapy sessions after eating?
- To socialize with peers and normalize eating behavior
- To process their anxiety associated with eating
- To receive nutritional education
- To monitor their caloric intake – Correct Answer - B) To process their
anxiety associated with eating
What class of medication is commonly prescribed for patients with post- traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
- Benzodiazepines
- Antipsychotics
- SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)
- Beta-blockers – Correct Answer - C) SSRI (Selective Serotonin
Reuptake Inhibitors)
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pg. 4 What specific medication, belonging to the SSRI class, is frequently utilized in the pharmacological management of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
- Sertraline
- Fluoxetine
- Paroxetine
- Escitalopram – Correct Answer - A) Sertraline
In the second stage of Alzheimer's disease, what nursing interventions should be prioritized regarding nutrition and fluid management?
- Encourage independence in self-feeding
- Provide a variety of colorful and easily distinguishable foods
- Monitor for signs of dehydration and offer fluids regularly
- Administer enteral nutrition as the primary method of feeding –
Correct Answer - C) Monitor for signs of dehydration and offer fluids regularly
In caring for a homeless patient diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and chronic low self-esteem, which nursing intervention is most appropriate to address immediate needs?
- Administer psychotropic medication to stabilize mood and behavior.
- Conduct a detailed psychotherapy session to explore underlying self-
- Connect the patient with community resources for shelter, food, and
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esteem issues.
hygiene services.