Scheda di esercizi di Infermieristica di salute mentale con soluzioni

A nurse suspects that a child is being abused but has no proof. What is the nurse's responsibility?

1. AReport the concern according to child protection procedures
2. BInvestigate the family alone at home before reporting
3. CConfront the parents and ask them directly whether they hurt the child
4. DWait until there is clear proof before telling anyone

A patient changes quickly from crying to laughing and back again within a few minutes, without an obvious reason. How is this affect described?

1. ACongruent
2. BLabile
3. CBlunted
4. DFlat

Haloperidol belongs to which group of antipsychotics?

1. ASelective serotonin reuptake inhibitors used for psychosis
2. BFirst-generation (typical) antipsychotics
3. CBenzodiazepines with an added antipsychotic effect
4. DSecond-generation (atypical) antipsychotics

Which information is essential when documenting the use of physical restraint?

1. AThe full names of the other patients who saw the incident
2. BThe nurse's personal opinion of the patient's character and attitude
3. COnly the time the restraint started and the name of the nurse in charge of the shift
4. DThe reason for it, alternatives tried, start and end times, and the observations made

A patient taking oxycodone for chronic pain has also been prescribed diazepam. What is the main safety concern?

1. AThe combination will cause high blood pressure
2. BThere is no interaction between these two drugs
3. CThe diazepam will block the pain-relieving effect of oxycodone
4. DIncreased sedation and respiratory depression

How should the nurse position herself when talking to an agitated patient?

1. ABehind the patient and close to him, so that the patient does not feel threatened by eye contact
2. BBetween the patient and the wall, so the patient can leave easily
3. CDirectly face to face, as close as possible, to show confidence
4. DAt a safe distance, slightly to the side, with a clear exit available

A patient who stopped drinking 24 hours ago has a generalised tonic-clonic seizure in bed. What is the nurse's first action?

1. AProtect the airway and keep him safe from injury
2. BGive oral thiamine with a glass of water
3. CRestrain his arms and legs to stop the movements
4. DPut something in his mouth to stop him biting his tongue

A patient with anorexia nervosa is admitted with a BMI of 14, dizziness and low potassium. Which goal is the priority in the first days?

1. AGaining insight into family relationships through therapy
2. BMedical stabilisation, with careful refeeding and correction of electrolytes
3. CPlanning her return to university and her studies after discharge
4. DImproving body image through group discussions