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Care of the Patient with a Psychiatric Disorder Cooper: Foundations and Adult Health Nursing, 9th Edition

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Care of the Patient with a Psychiatric Disorder Cooper: Foundations and Adult Health Nursing, 9th Edition

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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is discussing the differences between a patient with a neurosis and one with a psychosis. What is true of the patient experiencing a neurosis?

A. The patient experiences a flight from reality.

B. The patient usually needs hospitalization.

C. The patient has insight that there is an emotional problem.

D. The patient has severe personality deterioration.

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Question 2 of 5

When the patient with a psychosis is thought to be a danger to self or others, by what method should the patient be admitted to the hospital?

A. Probating

B. Nurse's request

C. Health care provider's order

D. Family request

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Question 3 of 5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Psychiatric Disorders, V (DSM-V), is used by most hospitals and is the current tool used to examine mental health and illness. What approach does the DSM-V use to classify mental disorders?

A. Holistic system

B. Hierarchical system

C. Multiaxial system

D. Evaluation system

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Question 4 of 5

When all five axes of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Psychiatric Disorders, V, are used, it provides what type of assessment approach to comprehensive care?

A. Personalized

B. Individualized

C. Holistic

D. Organic

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Question 5 of 5

A young man with malaria spikes a temperature of 105°F (40.5°C) and begins to hallucinate. How should the nurse assess this?

A. Delirium

B. Psychotic break

C. Possible stroke

D. Anxiety disorder

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