Linton: Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing, 6th Edition
Chapter 56: Psychiatric Disorders
Open-Book Quiz
NAME: ________________________________________
1. On what theoretical approaches are nursing interventions for patients with psychiatric
disorders based? (See p. 1283 in your textbook.)
3. The mental status examination consists of what components? (See p. 1285 in your
4. Assessment of thought content includes identifying what behaviors? (See p. 1286 in
5. Identify the four levels of consciousness. (See p. 1287 in your textbook.)
7. What are characteristics of acute stress disorder? (See p. 1289 in your textbook.)
8. Summarize the five major types of amnesia. (See p. 1289 in your textbook.)
9. What are the commonly administered medications for people with schizophrenia?