Exam 1

Question 1

what is the largest part of the human brain?

Answer 1

cerebellum

Question 2

The cerebellum is comprised of how many hemispheres?

Answer 2

2, the left and right hemispheres

Question 3

How many lobes make up each hemisphere?

Answer 3

four lobes per hemisphere

Question 4

Damage to which region of the brain may be recognized by changes in mood and character?

Answer 4

frontal lobe

Question 5

Which lobe controls voluntary body movement?

Answer 5

frontal

Question 6

Touch, pain, pressure, taste, temperature, perception of body position, and visceral sensations are all managed by this lobe of the brain?

Answer 6

parietal lobes

Question 7

Which hemisphere is associated with language interpretation?

Answer 7

left hemisphere

Question 8

Which portion of the temporal lobes is primarily focused on auditory functions?
which area for short-term memory?

Answer 8

upper anterior is auditory
lower region for short-term memory

Question 9

What is the primary function of the occipital lobe?

Answer 9

visual reception and interpretation

Question 10

Which region of the brain integrates all sensory input EXCEPT smell?

Answer 10

thalamus

Question 11

Why does the thalamus temporarily block minor sensations?

Answer 11

this allows us to concentrate on one important event at a time

Question 12

Which functions are regulated by the hypothalamus?

Answer 12

appetite, temperature, and thirst
blood pressure, circadian rhythm (sleep/wake cycle)

Question 13

Which portion of the brain can be associated with sleep and dreaming?

Answer 13

pons

Question 14

For a person to be deemed as “brain dead,” tests will likely be done concerning the function of which brain region?

Answer 14

medulla

Question 15

The medulla helps to regulate various functions such as:

Answer 15

HR, BP, respiration

Question 16

What is priority action the nurse should take for a client who was just admitted and is experiencing a psychiatric emergency?

Answer 16

providing safety

Question 17

What type of statements from a nurse would indicate usage of therapeutic communication?

Answer 17

open-ended questions, “what could…”

Question 18

What is a client with thoughts of harm at a high risk for developing?

Answer 18

suicidal ideation

Question 19

Which ethical principle is represented by the nurse treating all clients the same regardless of their situation?

Answer 19

justice

Question 20

What are some of the functions that serotonin is responsible for?

Answer 20

modulates emotional state and is associated with anxiety

Question 21

What statement would be an example of assertive communication?

Answer 21

“I need to talk”

Question 22

What components should be included in restraint documentation?

Answer 22

• fluids offered
• discontinuation time
  -application time
  -alternative actions
  -skin assessment

Question 23

What should be the last resort for a client who is having a crisis ( violence, kicking, throwing, etc.)?

Answer 23

restraints/seclusion

Question 23

Why is attending group therapy beneficial?

Answer 23

it provides socialization

Question 24

Decreased levels of this neurotransmitter is associated with Parkinson’s disease?

Answer 24

dopamine

Question 25

What may happen to serotonin in those with bipolar?

Answer 25

fluctuating serotonin levels

Question 26

What type of drugs work by adjusting the levels of neurotransmitters?

Answer 26

psychotropic

Question 27

Which region of the brain is primarily responsible for anxiety and panic, and houses centers for fear?

Answer 27

amygdala

Question 28

What statement by the nurse would indicate understanding of the function of the medulla?

Answer 28

“it regulates HR, BP, and RR, and also is responsible for sneezing, coughing, swallowing, and vomiting”

Question 29

Which neurotransmitter regulates memory?

Answer 29

acetylcholine

Question 30

Patients with which condition may be given medications to preserve acetylcholine?

Answer 30

Alzheimer’s

Question 31

which neurotransmitters is responsible for euphoric sensations and pleasure, and decreased levels are associated with Parkinson’s?

Answer 31

dopamine