Which findings are signs of a person who is mentally healthy? ...

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Which findings are signs of a person who is mentally healthy? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Says, I have some weaknesses, but I feel I'm important to my family and friends.
  b. Adheres strictly to religious beliefs of parents and family of origin.
  c. Spends all holidays alone watching old movies on television.
  d. Considers past experiences when deciding about the future.
  e. Experiences feelings of conflict related to changing jobs.

Question 2

Which nursing intervention below is part of the scope of an advanced practice psychiatric/mental health nurse only?
 
  a. Coordination of care
  b. Health teaching
  c. Milieu therapy
  d. Psychotherapy

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, D, E
Mental health is a state of well-being in which each individual is able to realize his or her own potential, cope with the normal stresses of life, work productively, and make a contribution to the community. Mental health provides people with the capacity for rational thinking, communication skills, learning, emotional growth, resilience, and self-esteem.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Psychotherapy is part of the scope of practice of an advanced practice nurse. The distracters are within a staff nurse's scope of practice.

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