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Question 1 1 out of 1 points During cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a 64-year-old male patient states, “I get so frustrated sometimes and I just blow up at everybody!” Which response by the... PMHNP demonstrates translation of Socratic dialogue (SD)? Selected Answer: B. “When you say blow up, what exactly does blow up mean and how does it feel to you?” Question 2 1 out of 1 points A 62-year-old patient has been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. Upon assessment, the PMHNP learns that he participates in spending sprees and occasional binge eating, accompanied by rapid changes in self-image. Which evidence-based psychotherapeutic model does the PMHNP identify as effective and beneficial? Selected Answer: C. Dialectical behavior therapy Question 3 1 out of 1 points false A 35-year-old patient has been seeking treatment for depression for several months. The PMHNP does an assessment to see if processing has led to adaptive change. The patient’s selfreferences are positive in relation to past events, work is productive, relationships are adaptive, and there is congruence between behavior, thoughts, and affect. Based on this information, the PMHNP decides the patient ____________. Selected Answer: C. is ready to move to Stage III, future visioning Question 4 1 out of 1 points During a session, the PMHNP asks a patient with a history of sexual abuse to recall the relationship she had as a child with her parents. The patient responds by saying she has a headache and her stomach hurts, and starts talking about her physical ailments. What is the appropriate response by the PMHNP? Selected Answer: A. Assure the patient that she does not have to discuss these memories Question 5 1 out of 1 points A 24-year-old female patient presents for her initial appointment with the PMHNP. Which action will the PMHNP take to establish therapeutic alliance? Selected Answer: D. All of the above Question 6 1 out of 1 points The PMHNP is working with a school-aged child who has been diagnosed with depression. The child has attended several sessions with the PMNHP, but recently presents with avoidant behavior by showing increased distress and being late to sessions. What approach does the PMHNP need to employ with the child to continue making therapeutic progress? Selected Answer: B. Using communication techniques that are expressive [Show More]

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