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A woman who has experienced domestic violence is using the ego-defense mechanism Rationalization. Which statement reflects this action when questioned about her latest injuries?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has proven high success in treating clients with varied mental health conditions, one of which is Eating Disorders. What nursing statement is consistent with Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for the client who has an Eating Disorder?

You are caring for an 18-year-old female diagnosed with Dissociative Disorder, she states that she has had numerous episodes since she was 10 years old but is unable to recall any related reason they occur. You are aware that Dissociative Disorder can develop related to which of the following? 

You notice the defense mechanism rationalization is being used by client who is a victim of abuse. How does this defense mechanism assist the client? 

A female client diagnosed with Somatization Pain Disorder (Conversion Disorder) is admitted to an in-client psychiatric unit. Which statement made by the client describes the PRIMARY GAIN she gets from her disorder? 

A client admitted to a medical unit for stabilization of Diabetes Mellitus has a history of Antisocial Personality Disorder. Out of the following, choose what behavior is characteristic of this disorder and the associated intervention that would be the MOST appropriate to address this client’s behavior?

A pediatric client is being assessed in the clinic for a diagnosis of autism spectrum  disorder (ASD). The client’s parent describes that the client bangs their head repeatedly at  times. Which assessment finding should be documented by the nurse?

An 8-month-old infant has been brought to the emergency department by the infant’s teenage parent. The infant presents with lethargy and decreased movement. After initial assessment, the care team suspects shaken baby syndrome. When providing care for this infant, the nurse should PRIORITIZE which of the following assessments?

Developmentally and psychologically, children should achieve milestones and exhibit behaviors based upon chronological age. What is one of the MAIN criteria for diagnosing a child with Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

Safety of clients is of utmost concern, especially heightened within the psychiatric setting. Following the Joint Commission standards, the nurse can legally apply physical restraints if which of the following occurs?