Werkblad Psychiatrische verpleegkunde met antwoorden

A withdrawn patient comes to the day room for the first time. The nurse says, "Good morning, Mr Ahmed. I see you've joined us today." Which technique is this?

1. AVoicing doubt
2. BGiving recognition
3. CPresenting reality
4. DGiving approval

Which personality disorders belong to Cluster C, the "anxious or fearful" cluster?

1. AHistrionic, dependent and schizoid
2. BAntisocial, borderline, histrionic and narcissistic
3. CAvoidant, dependent and obsessive-compulsive
4. DParanoid, schizoid and schizotypal

How does binge-eating disorder differ from bulimia nervosa?

1. ABinges happen only once a year, so they are not a problem
2. BThere are no regular compensatory behaviours, such as vomiting or laxative use
3. CThe person always has a very low body weight and a fear of gaining weight
4. DThe person never feels a loss of control while eating

A patient intoxicated with phencyclidine (PCP) is agitated and has nystagmus and high blood pressure. Which nursing approach is best?

1. APut him in a busy area so that staff can watch him more easily
2. BTry to talk the patient down by discussing his feelings in detail
3. CEncourage him to walk around the ward and join in activities to help burn off the drug
4. DProvide a quiet, low-stimulation environment and keep staff and patient safe

Wat moet een patiënt die clozapine gebruikt leren onmiddellijk te melden?

1. AEen wens om meer te eten
2. BMeer speeksel 's nachts
3. CLichte slaperigheid na de avonddosis
4. DKoorts, keelpijn of andere tekenen van infectie

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which patient need should a nurse on a mental health ward address first?

1. AA patient who wants to find a new hobby
2. BA patient who has not eaten or drunk anything for two days
3. CA patient who feels lonely and wants more visitors
4. DA patient who wants to improve her self-esteem

A patient with long-standing schizophrenia is often seen drinking from the taps. Today he is confused, has a headache and his serum sodium is 124 mmol/L (124 mEq/L). What is the most likely problem?

1. AWater intoxication from psychogenic polydipsia
2. BA worsening of his psychosis that needs a higher dose of antipsychotic
3. CDehydration caused by anticholinergic side effects
4. DNeuroleptic malignant syndrome from his antipsychotic medicine

A 30-year-old who used cocaine an hour ago has crushing chest pain and sweating. What is the priority?

1. ALet him rest, because the pain will pass when the drug wears off
2. BTreat it as a possible heart attack, with an urgent ECG and medical review
3. CReassure him that young people do not have heart problems
4. DGive him a benzodiazepine for the anxiety and send him home to rest once he feels calmer