NSG 3450 Exam 3 Mental Health Galen College Newest Complete 100 Questions And Correct Detailed

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NSG 3450 Exam 3 Mental Health Galen College Newest 2025/2026 Complete 100 Questions And Correct Detailed Answers (Verified Answers) |Already Graded A+||Brand New Version!!Two months ago, Natasha's husband died suddenly and she has been overwhelmed w/ grief. When Natasha is subsequently diagnosed w/ major depressive disorder, her daughter, Nadia, makes which true statement?

• "depression often begins after a major loss. Losing dad was a

major loss"

b. "bereavement and depression are the same problem:

• "mourning is pathological and not normal behavior"
• "antidepressant meds will not help this type of depression" -

ANSWER-A

Which pt statement does not demonstrate an understanding of a suicide safety plan?

• "I know that when I start thinking about my dad, I'm going to

start thinking about killing myself"

• "going for a really long, hard run helps clear my mind and

stops the suicidal thoughts"

• "my sister is always there for me when I start getting suicidal" 1 / 3

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• "I keep the suicide prevention phone number in my wallet" -

ANSWER-B

Which interventions will help make the environment on the unit

safer for suicidal pt's? Select all that apply:

• all windows are kept locked
• every shower has a breakaway shower rod
• eating utensils are counted when trays are collected
• pt doors are kept open
• staying within listening distance of the pt - ANSWER-A, B,

C, D

What are the nursing responsibilities to a pt expressing suicidal

thoughts? Select all that apply:

• instituting one-to-one observation
• documenting the pt's whereabouts and mood every 15-30mins
• ensuring that the pt has no contact w/ glass or metal utensils
• ensuring the pt has swallowed each individual dose of med
• discussing triggers of depression - ANSWER-A, B, C, D
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When considering community suicide prevention programs, what population should the nurse plan to service w/ regular

suicide screenings? Select all that apply:

• 10- to 34- y/o
• males
• college-educated adults
• rural population
• Native American - ANSWER-A, B, E

Research supports which intervention implemented on a long- term basis significantly reduces the incidence of suite and suicide attempts in a pt diagnosed w. bipolar ds?

• a SSRI
• ECT
• one-on-one observation
• lithium - ANSWER-D

Gladys is seeing a therapist bc her husband committed suicide 6 months ago. Gladys tells her therapist, "I know he was in pain, but why didn't he leave me a note?" The therapist's best response

would be:

• "he probably acted quickly on his impulse to kill himself"
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