Module 2 Sample Questions

1. The PMHNP is evaluating a child with symptoms of PTSD but no reports or evidence of trauma. The child is exhibiting disorganized and agitated behavior and engages in repetitive play themes that suggest trauma. Patient history reveals that the parent was recently involved in an MVA that required lengthy hospitalization and was sued. What should the PMHNP consider when evaluating this patient?

2. A PMHNP recently prescribed psychotropic medication to a patient with anxiety symptoms. During the clinic visit, the patient reports worse anxiety after two weeks of medication. He reports that he can't stop pacing and shaking his legs. Which of the following neuropsychological tests can assess the presence of akathisia related to the new medication?

3. Which patient, based on their personal characteristics, is least likely to attempt suicide?

4. For a community health clinic, which of the following depression screenings would be best to implement during wellness visits?

5. Which of the following four principles of motivational interviewing is used when a PMH-NP implements reflective listening using the client's words?

6. What term best describes the level of expertise and familiarity someone has with computers?

7. Which term describes the use of a scanner to identify medication ordered in an electronic medical record and administered to a patient?

8. During the initial assessment and follow-up appointments with mental health patients at a community health clinic, a PMHNP uses mental health screening tools such as the PHQ-9, MOCA, and mental status exam. The implementation of screening tools in a mental health clinic is an example of which type of prevention strategy?

9. Which term describes the rate at which a given disease is present in a population?

10. Which statement accurately defines internal validity?