Week 1 2 Midterm Exam: NR605

Week 1 & 2 Midterm Exam: NR605 /

NR 605 (Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Diagnosis & Management in Psychiatric-Mental Health across the Lifespan I Practicum | Questions & Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain

Question:

Disparities in Mental Health Services

Answer:

Racial, ethnic, gender, and sexual minorities

often experience poor mental health outcomes due to: Inaccessibility of

quality mental health services Discrimination Cultural stigma surrounding mental health care Lack of knowledge about mental health

To address disparities, the American Psychological Association (2022) advocates for the expansion and use of culturally and linguistically competent psychological and behavioral research and services

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Question:

Interprofessional Collaboration and Referrals

Answer:

PMHNPs may receive client referrals from primary care providers to address mental health problems.Refer clients to primary care providers for medical care.

PMHNPs may collaborate with:

Social workers to address clients' needs for social support.Vocational counselors to assist with employment needs.

Refer clients to other therapists for:

Geriatrics, psychiatric emergencies, eating disorders, family therapy, or pediatrics.Utilize telehealth services or recommend a support group.

Question:

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Answer:

Provider-Initiated Termination for Cause Termination Letters Court-Mandated Treatment Process and Progress Notes

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Question:

Code of Ethics for Nurses

Answer:

Respect for the Individual

Commitment to the Healthcare Consumer

Advocacy for the Healthcare Consumer

Responsibility and Accountability for Practice

Duties to Self and Others

Contributions to Healthcare Environments

Advancement of the Nursing Profession

Collaboration to Meet Health Needs

Promotion of the Nursing Profession

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Question:

Circumstances That Increase Suicide Risk: Individual Risk

Answer:

Circumstances That Increase Suicide Risk: Individual Risk Factors

Previous suicide attempt

History of depression and other mental illnesses

Serious illness, such as chronic pain

Criminal/legal problems

Job/financial problems or loss

Impulsive or aggressive tendencies

Substance use

Current or prior history of adverse childhood experiences

Sense of hopelessness

Violence victimization and/or perpetration

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