4. Which client statement indicates the nurse’s teaching about the effect of circadian rhythms is effective?

3. During a therapeutic group, which nursing action demonstrates a laissez-faire leadership style?

11. In the treatment of anxiety disorders, benzodiazepines (e.g., Ativan, Xanax) are indicated for ____ use and have ____ abuse potential.

15. Which group function should the nurse utilize to help an extremely withdrawn, paranoid client increase feelings of security?

9. A client has undergone psychological testing. With which member of the interdisciplinary team would a nurse collaborate to review these results?

2. Which response by a nursing applicant during a hiring interview indicates that the applicant operates from an ethical egoism framework?

10. After assertiveness training, a formerly passive client appropriately confronts a peer in group therapy. The group leader states, “I’m so proud of you for being assertive. You are so good!” Which communication technique has the leader employed?

21. Psychotropic medications improve symptoms of mental disorders by acting on which component of the brain?

9. The nurse notices the Filipino client has not been eating. The client moves food around the plate. Which nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for this client?

14. Which statement reflects an understanding of the concepts of religion and spirituality?