Mental health nursing worksheet with answers

To which drug class does donepezil belong?

1. ACholinesterase inhibitors
2. BBenzodiazepines
3. CSelective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
4. DDopamine antagonists

A patient taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) must avoid which kind of food?

1. ARice and pasta
2. BFresh vegetables
3. CFoods high in tyramine, such as aged cheese and cured meats
4. DFresh milk and plain yoghurt, because of their calcium content

To which drug class does methylphenidate belong?

1. AAntipsychotics
2. BMood stabilisers
3. CCentral nervous system stimulants
4. DBenzodiazepines

Which statement about benzodiazepines in anxiety disorders is correct?

1. AThey give rapid relief but are generally used only short-term because of tolerance and dependence
2. BThey are safe to stop suddenly after many months of daily use
3. CThey take 4–6 weeks to have any effect on anxiety, like antidepressants
4. DThey are the preferred long-term treatment for generalised anxiety disorder

An agitated patient has not responded to verbal de-escalation. A PRN medicine is prescribed. What is the most appropriate step?

1. APlace him in seclusion and then decide about medicine later
2. BOffer the oral medicine first, before considering an injection
3. CGive an intramuscular injection at once without offering any choice
4. DHide the medicine in his drink without telling him

Which principle applies to the use of physical restraint?

1. AIt is a last resort when less restrictive measures have failed, with close monitoring and release as soon as safe
2. BIt does not need to be documented
3. CIt can be used as a punishment for rule-breaking
4. DIt can be used for staff convenience on a busy shift, provided that it is documented and reviewed by the team afterwards

After her house burned down, a woman developed delusions and disorganised speech. Ten days later the symptoms have gone completely and she is back to normal. Which diagnosis best fits?

1. ASchizophreniform disorder
2. BDelusional disorder
3. CBrief psychotic disorder
4. DSchizophrenia

A patient's mood changes several times a day, usually after conflicts with others. She has chronic feelings of emptiness and a strong fear of being abandoned. Which diagnosis is most likely?

1. ASchizoid personality disorder with low mood
2. BPersistent depressive disorder
3. CBipolar I disorder
4. DBorderline personality disorder