Mental Health and Therapeutic Relationships
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Which of the following responses by the nurse is an example of giving a literal response?

  • "What are you feeling?"
  • "Try not to watch television." (correct)
  • "It sounds like you're feeling very overwhelmed."
  • "Don't be silly."
  • Why is giving a literal response considered inappropriate in a therapeutic relationship?

  • It can make the client feel like their concerns are not being taken seriously.
  • It can suggest that the nurse is not a good listener.
  • It can lead to misunderstandings between the nurse and the client.
  • All of the above. (correct)
  • What is the primary reason why a client might use figurative language to express their feelings?

  • They are trying to test the nurse's understanding.
  • They are trying to be funny.
  • They may struggle to express their complex feelings in a straightforward way. (correct)
  • They are trying to avoid discussing their true feelings.
  • Which of the following responses by the nurse demonstrates an attempt to understand the client's feelings?

    <p>&quot;Can you tell me more about what you mean by 'dead'?&quot; (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can self-awareness be beneficial to a nurse in a therapeutic relationship?

    <p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the Johari Window?

    <p>A framework for improving self-awareness and understanding interpersonal relationships. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of effective communication techniques in a therapeutic relationship?

    <p>To create a comfortable and safe environment for the client to express themselves. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key component of a therapeutic relationship?

    <p>Judgment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key behavior that nurses should exhibit to build trust with clients?

    <p>Exhibiting integrity and reliability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of relationship differs from social and intimate relationships in a nursing context?

    <p>Therapeutic relationship (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a nurse avoid when faced with a client exhibiting negative behaviors, such as anger?

    <p>Matching the client's anger with an aggressive response (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a nurse best convey professionalism when a client acts out?

    <p>By addressing the behavior without judgment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important role a nurse may take on in a therapeutic relationship?

    <p>An advocate for the client (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the leading cause of disability worldwide?

    <p>Mental and substance use disorders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of years lost due to disability is caused by mental and substance use disorders?

    <p>23% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following groups has the highest occurrence of suicides?

    <p>Low- and middle-income countries (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one triggering factor for suicide according to the content?

    <p>Cultural influences (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people commit suicide each year globally?

    <p>900,000 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a barrier to increasing mental health services availability?

    <p>Inadequate healthcare funding (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hallucinogenic substances are mentioned in the content?

    <p>Rugby and solvent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one component of building appropriate therapeutic relationships?

    <p>Establishing trust and rapport (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of restatement in nurse-client communication?

    <p>To indicate effective communication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the nurse seek clarification during client interactions?

    <p>By restating their words accurately (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of reflecting in nurse-client communication?

    <p>Rephrasing the client's own statements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does directing the client's actions involve?

    <p>Encouraging independence in thought (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of consensual validation in communication?

    <p>To search for mutual understanding (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for nurses to clarify vague statements made by clients?

    <p>To avoid making incorrect assumptions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the nurse's response 'Do you think you should?' aim to achieve?

    <p>Encouraging the client to reflect on their thoughts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of effective reflection from the nurse?

    <p>The client recognizes their own feelings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen when a nurse continuously questions a client about an unrelated topic?

    <p>It can create a non-therapeutic environment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is making reassurance statements such as 'Everything will be all right' considered ineffective?

    <p>It trivializes the client's feelings and concerns. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might a nurse's use of clichés affect the nurse-client relationship?

    <p>It may create distance and lack of genuine support. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by the phrase 'testing' in the context of nursing communication?

    <p>Appraising the client's level of insight. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a likely reason a nurse might change the subject during a conversation with a client?

    <p>To avoid discussing uncomfortable topics. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of making stereotyped comments?

    <p>You’re making progress. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of vague reassurances from a nurse?

    <p>They increase the client’s anxiety. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an outcome of using automatic responses in nursing communication?

    <p>It trivializes the client's experiences. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a nurse do when a client poses a homicidal threat?

    <p>Report the threat to the nursing supervisor and attending physician (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what scenario is self-disclosure beneficial in nursing?

    <p>To convey support and help clients feel normal about their anxiety (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a role of the nurse as outlined in the content?

    <p>Confront the client about their past mistakes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the P in the PROVIDE acronym stand for?

    <p>Promote positive self-concept (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action demonstrates the nurse's duty to maintain an effective therapeutic relationship?

    <p>Practicing active listening and showing empathy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for the nurse to consider cultural factors when using self-disclosure?

    <p>Because cultural understanding can affect the client's comfort level (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a correctly listed phase in the nursing process?

    <p>Promoting, Realistic goal-setting, Evaluating (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the nurse do first when a client expresses anger towards them?

    <p>Understand the reason for their feelings and respond supportively (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Self-awareness in the nurse-client relationship

    The nurse's ability to recognize and understand their own emotions and how they influence the nurse-client relationship.

    Therapeutic relationship

    A relationship built on professional boundaries, focuses on the client's well-being, and uses therapeutic communication to facilitate healing.

    Intimate relationship

    A relationship built on personal connection, often involves emotional intimacy, and lacks professional boundaries.

    Social relationship

    A relationship built on social interactions, often focuses on shared interests, and typically lacks depth or personal connection.

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    Negative behaviors in the nurse-client relationship

    Behaviors that can negatively impact the nurse-client relationship, such as judging the client, being inconsistent, or exhibiting inappropriate emotional responses.

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    Disability Impact of Mental Disorders

    Mental health conditions are among the leading causes of disability worldwide, responsible for about 23% of years lost due to disability.

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    Global Suicide Rates

    A significant global issue, suicide claims almost a million lives annually, with a disproportionate impact in lower-income countries.

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    Values Clarification Process

    The process of examining and understanding your personal values, beliefs, and attitudes.

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    Building Therapeutic Relationships

    A crucial aspect of nursing care that involves establishing trust, empathy, and respect to foster a positive therapeutic connection with patients.

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    Elements of Mental Health

    A state of well-being where individuals can cope with life's challenges, achieve their potential, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

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    Introduction to Psychiatric Nursing

    The systematic study of mental health and mental illness.

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    Barriers to Mental Health Services

    Challenges that hinder access to mental health care and support.

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    Mental and Substance Use Disorders

    Conditions that involve significant disturbances in thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and overall functioning.

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    Restatement Technique

    Repeating back what the client has said in almost the same words. This encourages the client to continue speaking and clarifies misunderstanding.

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    Reflecting Technique

    The nurse directs the client's feelings, thoughts, and actions back to the client. It encourages the client to recognize and accept their own feelings.

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    Consensual Validation Technique

    The nurse seeks to ensure mutual understanding by asking the client for confirmation or clarification.

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    Seeking Information Technique

    The nurse asks for clarification, and tries to understand the client's message more clearly.

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    Seeking to Make Clear Technique

    The nurse uses this technique when the client's message is not clear or is vague.

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    Duty to Warn

    Informing relevant authorities about a client's potential threat of harm to themselves or others.

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    Self-Disclosure

    Sharing personal information (like experiences or thoughts) with a client to build rapport and show understanding.

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    Identifying the Problem

    Helping the client understand and identify the root of their problems.

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    Community Resource Referral

    Connecting clients with resources and services in their community.

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    Stress Reduction

    Reducing anxiety and tension by creating a safe and calming environment.

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    Active Listening

    Actively listening to the client without judgment, showing empathy and understanding.

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    PROVIDE Framework

    A structured approach to help clients improve their coping skills and personal growth.

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    Termination Phase

    The phase where the therapeutic relationship concludes and ends.

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    Changing the Subject

    Changing the subject in a conversation with a client to avoid a difficult or uncomfortable topic.

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    Reassuring

    Giving reassurance to a client without addressing their concerns or providing factual information.

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    Offering Cliches

    Using overused, cliche phrases or comments that trivialize the client's feelings.

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    Testing

    Testing the client's understanding or insight by asking questions that are irrelevant to their current needs.

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    Appraising Client Insight

    Asking questions that judge the client's level of awareness or insight, which can be hurtful and unnecessary.

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    Introducing an Unrelated Topic

    Introducing a new topic abruptly, interrupting the client's flow of thought, and shifting the focus away from them.

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    Indicating No Reason for Anxiety

    Making comments that imply there's no reason for the client's anxiety or discomfort, invalidating their feelings.

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    Making Stereotyped Comments

    Using stereotypical or general statements about the client's situation, lacking individualization or sensitivity.

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    Giving Literal Responses

    Responding to a client's figurative statement as if it were a literal fact, ignoring their emotional expression. This dismisses their feelings and potentially escalates anxiety.

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    Invalidating Feelings

    Failing to acknowledge or validate a client's feelings, often by dismissing their expressions as unimportant or silly.

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    Therapeutic Communication

    A communication technique crucial for building trust and understanding in the therapeutic relationship. It involves actively listening, empathy, and responding to nonverbal cues without judgment.

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    Self-Awareness in Nursing

    The ability to understand and manage one's own emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. It's essential for nurses to maintain objectivity and provide effective care.

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    Johari Window

    A model depicting the levels of openness between two individuals. It helps understand how much information is shared, concealed, and unknown in a relationship.

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    Therapeutic Relationship in Nursing

    A relationship built on trust, empathy, and mutual respect, focusing on the client's well-being. It aims to facilitate healing and promote positive change.

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    Effective Communication

    Involves using clear, concise language and active listening to understand the client's perspective and concerns. Avoid jargon or complex language that may hinder communication.

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    Responding to Figurative Language

    A technique to understand a client's figurative language and explore their underlying feelings and experiences. It involves asking clarifying questions and demonstrating empathy.

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    Study Notes

    Mental Health and Mental Illness

    • Mental and substance use disorders are the leading cause of disability worldwide.
    • 23% of all years lost due to disability are caused by mental and substance use disorders.

    Therapeutic Relationships

    • Components of building appropriate therapeutic relationships include values clarification.
    • Carper's pattern of nursing knowledge is relevant.
    • Peplau's theory of interpersonal relationships is discussed.
    • Confidentiality is a key aspect.
    • Roles of the nurse in a therapeutic relationship including self-awareness are essential.

    Communication Techniques

    • Therapeutic communication techniques are vital in building therapeutic relationships.
    • Non-therapeutic communication techniques should be avoided, as these can disrupt the relationship.
    • Issues to consider when building therapeutic relationships are discussed.

    Mental Health Facts

    • Around 20% of the world's children and adolescents have mental disorders.
    • Half of mental disorders begin at age 14.
    • Similar types of disorders are being reported across cultures.
    • Most low- and middle-income countries have only 1 child psychiatrist for every 1-4 million people.
    • Social media use and mental health are related.
    • War and disasters significantly impact mental health and psychosocial well-being.
    • Mental disorders are crucial risk factors for other illnesses and injuries.

    Barriers to Mental Health Services Availability

    • Absence of mental health from public health agendas and funding implications are major barriers.
    • Current organization of mental health services is a challenge.
    • Lack of integration into primary care.
    • Inadequate human resources for mental health.
    • Lack of public leadership in mental health.

    Elements of Mental Health

    • Self-regard is essential; a holistic approach rather than focusing on specific symptoms matters.
    • Personal growth and development are important.
    • Sense of purpose and meaning is vital.
    • Positive relationships are crucial.
    • Mastering surroundings and autonomy is key.

    Psychiatric Nursing

    • Interpersonal processes are paramount in psychiatric nursing.
    • Psychiatric nursing integrates scientific (theories) and artistic (therapeutic) practices.
    • Psychiatric nurses work in varied environments (e.g. LGUs) and often require specialized training and skills.

    Mental Health and Mental Illness Continuum

    • Adaptive coping and healthy behaviors are contrasted with maladaptive behaviors such as psychosis.
    • Mental health problems range from healthy to severe illness.

    Therapeutic Use of Self

    • Nurses should be self-aware, to avoid limiting clients to their own values.
    • Therapeutic use of self is a core tool in psychiatric nursing.

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