There is only one correct answer to each question

There is only one correct answer to each question. 1. The definition of TIME OUT is A. putting a patient in seclusion. B. when a patient is in a disassociative state and loses track of time. C. securing a patient to a bed in four-point restraints. D. breaking off current interactions or postponing the next interaction. 2. Which of the following is NOT true of decubitus ulcers? A. They are caused by reduced blood supply. B. The patient may complain of pain, burning or tingling in the area of the ulcer. C. Some of the pain is relieved by drinking milk of magnesia. D. They usually occur where there is increased pressure. 3. Which of the following is true about oral hygiene? A. It should be practiced on awakening, after meals and at bedtime. B. Pathogens that are spread through sexual contact may be in the mouth. C. Its practice is influenced by culture and personal choice. D. All of the above. 4. The first place to report potentially dangerous behavior is A. to all the other staff on the unit so they don’t get hurt. B. on the patient’s chart so the doctor can review it. C. to the charge nurse right away. D. to the charge nurse at the end of the shift. 5. A neurodevelopmental disability is: A. the politically correct term for any type of physical handicap. B. a problem experienced by children whose bodies aren’t fully developed yet. C. a disability caused when certain bones don’t develop properly. D. a significant mental and/or physical impairment starting before adulthood. 6. Treatment for hypertension will probably NOT include A. a low-calorie diet if the patient is obese. B. medications to lower the blood pressure. C. no smoking and regular exercise. D. a high-sodium diet. 3 7. Which of the following is an explanation of the THERAPEUTIC SELF? A. The ability to use oneself therapeutically without having to plan each move. B. Trust in one’s instincts and a sensitivity to subtle cues about when to act. C. All the answers listed in this question. D. The part of a personality that comes out during group therapy. 8. I&O is shorthand for A. infusion and output. B. intake and output. C. incoming and outgoing D. incontinent and obstructed 9. If a patient is suicidal and says he has a plan, which steps do you NOT take? A. For the patient’s own safety, put the patient in four-point restraints. B. Observe the patient 24 hours a day on a one-to-one basis. C. Ask the patient to sign a no-harm contract. D. Remove potentially harmful items such as belts, socks, strings, hair picks, etc. 10. When a patient tells you a problem, a reply using THERAPEUTIC LISTENING is A. “I’m sorry you feel that way.” B. “You seem uncomfortable when you talk about that.” C. “Everything will be all right.” D. “You’re coming along just fine.” 11. A patient care conference is A. a group therapy session where one patient is highlighted for special care. B. all three of the answers listed here. C. an educational seminar for professionals concerning patient care. D. health team members sharing information concerni