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Mental Health Nursing Flashcards
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| Define the term therapeutic milieu. | A structured environment within psychiatric settings that promotes patient safety and recovery |
| How can nurses assess anxiety in patients? | Observing signs like restlessness, irritability, avoidance behaviors, and excessive worry |
| How should nurses prioritize safety when caring for patients with suicidal ideation? | Conduct a thorough risk assessment for suicidal plans, means, and intent while ensuring constant observation if needed |
| List common side effects of antipsychotic medications. | Sedation, weight gain, extrapyramidal symptoms, and potential tardive dyskinesia |
| Name an evidence-based intervention for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). | Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) |
| Name one nursing strategy for managing behavioral symptoms in anxiety disorders. | Teaching and practicing relaxation techniques and coping strategies |
| Name three therapeutic communication strategies. | Active listening, reflection, and validation |
| What are common symptoms of depression? | Persistent sadness, loss of interest, changes in sleep or appetite, and low energy |
| What benefits does group therapy offer in mental health treatment? | It provides peer support, reduces feelings of isolation, and enhances social skills through shared experiences |
| What does dual diagnosis refer to in mental health nursing? | The occurrence of both a mental health disorder and a substance abuse disorder in an individual |
| What is a key nursing intervention for patients with schizophrenia? | Ensuring medication compliance and monitoring for side effects while providing reality orientation |
| What is an important component of crisis intervention for psychiatric patients? | Rapid assessment of risk, de-escalation techniques, and ensuring patient safety |
| What is the primary goal of therapeutic communication in mental health nursing? | To build trust, encourage honest expression, and promote a safe environment for patients |
| What role do nurses play in promoting medication adherence? | Educating patients about their medications, addressing side effects, and identifying barriers to compliance |
| Why is maintaining confidentiality vital in mental health care? | It fosters trust, respects patient privacy, and supports a therapeutic relationship |
Front
How should nurses prioritize safety when caring for patients with suicidal ideation?
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Conduct a thorough risk assessment for suicidal plans, means, and intent while ensuring constant observation if needed
Front
Define the term therapeutic milieu.
Back
A structured environment within psychiatric settings that promotes patient safety and recovery
Front
What is an important component of crisis intervention for psychiatric patients?
Back
Rapid assessment of risk, de-escalation techniques, and ensuring patient safety
Front
What is the primary goal of therapeutic communication in mental health nursing?
Back
To build trust, encourage honest expression, and promote a safe environment for patients
Front
Why is maintaining confidentiality vital in mental health care?
Back
It fosters trust, respects patient privacy, and supports a therapeutic relationship
Front
Name three therapeutic communication strategies.
Back
Active listening, reflection, and validation
Front
What is a key nursing intervention for patients with schizophrenia?
Back
Ensuring medication compliance and monitoring for side effects while providing reality orientation
Front
Name one nursing strategy for managing behavioral symptoms in anxiety disorders.
Back
Teaching and practicing relaxation techniques and coping strategies
Front
Name an evidence-based intervention for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Back
Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT)
Front
What role do nurses play in promoting medication adherence?
Back
Educating patients about their medications, addressing side effects, and identifying barriers to compliance
Front
What are common symptoms of depression?
Back
Persistent sadness, loss of interest, changes in sleep or appetite, and low energy
Front
What does dual diagnosis refer to in mental health nursing?
Back
The occurrence of both a mental health disorder and a substance abuse disorder in an individual
Front
List common side effects of antipsychotic medications.
Back
Sedation, weight gain, extrapyramidal symptoms, and potential tardive dyskinesia
Front
How can nurses assess anxiety in patients?
Back
Observing signs like restlessness, irritability, avoidance behaviors, and excessive worry
Front
What benefits does group therapy offer in mental health treatment?
Back
It provides peer support, reduces feelings of isolation, and enhances social skills through shared experiences
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This deck addresses common mental health disorders, therapeutic communication strategies, and nursing interventions for psychiatric patients.