Psychiatry Questions

Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for a patient who reports prolonged periods without sleep?InsomniaSleep deprivation'Disturbed sleep patternReadiness for enhanced sleep

Which drug is a benzodiazepine used to treat patients with insomnia?SilenorEstazolamDoxylamineDiphenhydramine

Which diagnostic test is performed to evaluate a nocturnal seizure disorder?ActigraphyPolysomnographyMultiple sleep latency testMaintenance of wakefulness test

After assessment, the nurse finds that a patient has difficulty sleeping, most likely caused by impaired circadian rhythm. The nurse learns that the patient has a fear of hospitals. Which assessment tool would be helpful in arriving at the diagnosis?ActigraphyPolysomnography (PSG)Multiple sleep latency test (MSLT)Maintenance of wakefulness test (MWT)

A patient reports recently changing from a first to second shift at work. At first, the transition did not affect the patient's sleep, but with the days getting shorter in the winter, the patient is experiencing difficulty sleeping. Which term describes this factor in quality sleep?Circadian driveSuperchiasmatic effectRapid eye movement (REM)Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

The Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) evaluates the safety risk associated with excessive sleepiness. Which score is considered normal using this tool?A score of 10 to 15A score of less than 10A score of greater than 15A global sum of 5 or greater

Which diagnostic test would the nurse anticipate will be prescribed for a patient with sleep-related breathing disorder?HypnogramPolysomnography (PSG)Multiple sleep latency test (MSLT)Maintenance of wakefulness test (MWT)

A patient is suspected of having circadian rhythm disorder, which can be confirmed by monitoring the patient's body movements and sleep patterns. Which diagnostic test would the nurse anticipate being prescribed for this patient?ActigraphyHypnogramPolysomnography (PSG)Multiple sleep latency test (MSLT)

The nurse is caring for a patient with arousal disorder. On observation, the nurse finds the calf and shoulder muscles of the patient to be weakened and paralyzed. Which question by the nurse is appropriate during the assessment?"Do you ever wake up suddenly after a dream?""How do you feel after waking up in the morning?""Do you have a tendency to act out your dreams?""Have you ever done unusual activity during sleep?"

Which sleeping disorder includes the assessment for preferred sleep schedule?Arousal disorderInsomnia disorderHypersomnia disorderCircadian rhythm disorder

A patient with paraphilia tendencies tells the nurse that "I'm disgusted with my lifestyle." Which action is the nurse's initial response?Assessing for the existence of suicidal ideationsRecommending inpatient behavioral modification therapyAssuring the patient that this condition responds well to treatmentTelling the patient that the first step to managing this behavior is recognizing it as unhealthy

Which response from the nurse is appropriate when a male patient who has hypoactive sexual desire disorder asks what would cause this problem?"It just happens with age.""You should stop taking your antidepressant.""You must have been excessively masturbating.""You should have your testosterone level assessed."

Can an episode of hypomania have psychotic features?

Which class of medications generally is prescribed for the management of premature ejaculation?Atypical antipsychoticsTricyclic antidepressantsMonoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants

Which assessment question would the nurse ask an older adult patient who reports symptoms suggesting a sexual arousal disorder?"Are you taking digoxin for your heart?""Are you allergic to any particular foods?""Do you take any antidepressant medications?""Is there a specific time of the month when this problem occurs?"

Which statement made by the patient may indicate concerns about sexuality?"I've lost my manhood.""We still have a spark.""My sexual performance is outstanding.""I have orgasms with every sexual experience."

Which intervention is important for the nurse to plan while caring for a patient experiencing a sexual disorder?Establish trust with the patient.Assess the patient's physical health.Explain that the nurse is a therapeutic agent.Orient the patient to programs the individual may use as part of therapy.

Which treatment is effective in managing the condition of a female patient who reports an 8-month history of difficulty achieving orgasm after normal sexual excitement?TadalafilKegel exercisesAlprostadil creamClitoral suction device

Which diagnostic test would the nurse anticipate for a patient suspected of having insomnia?ActigraphyHypnogramPolysomnography (PSG)Multiple sleep latency test (MSLT)

Which statement is true regarding a transvestic disorder?Most people with transvestic disorder are homosexual.Only men are diagnosed with transvestic disorder.Sexual orientation has no bearing on transvestic disorder.Transvestic behavior develops in early to middle adulthood.