Practice Questions

22. A patient experiences sudden, severe shortness of breath, becomes cyanotic, and loses consciousness. You suspect a pulmonary embolism. What is your most urgent action?

A. Perform a head-to-toe assessment
B. Call for a rapid response team/code blue and initiate basic life support
C. Obtain a detailed history from the family
D. Document the event in the patient's chart
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21. During a family therapy session, two family members begin to argue heatedly, and their voices escalate. What is the most appropriate initial intervention by the therapist?

A. Join one side of the argument to de-escalate
B. Allow them to continue arguing until they resolve it
C. Intervene to set boundaries, encourage respectful communication, or call a brief pause
D. Terminate the session immediately
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20. A practicum student is asked to document a patient’s emotional state. Which description is most objective and appropriate?

A. "Patient seems sad and withdrawn."
B. "Patient states, 'I feel like crying,' and maintains minimal eye contact."
C. "Patient has a negative attitude."
D. "Patient is experiencing melancholia."
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18. You are observing a patient with a severe allergy to peanuts. They accidentally consume food containing peanuts and begin to develop hives, swelling of the lips, and difficulty breathing. What is the first immediate intervention?

A. Administer an oral antihistamine
B. Monitor for further symptoms
C. Administer epinephrine via auto-injector (if available and trained) or call for immediate medical assistance
D. Provide a glass of water
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17. When initiating therapeutic communication with a new patient, what is the most important aspect to establish?

A. Your educational background
B. A clear power dynamic
C. Trust and rapport
D. The patient's financial status
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16. A patient asks you to keep a secret about their intent to self-harm. What is your ethical obligation in this situation?

A. Maintain confidentiality as requested
B. Inform your supervisor immediately, as client safety overrides confidentiality in this case
C. Advise the patient to tell someone else
D. Document the secret in a separate, locked file
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15. You are taking a patient’s vital signs and notice their respiratory rate is 6 breaths per minute, and they are difficult to arouse. They recently received an opioid analgesic. What is your immediate concern and action?

A. The patient is sleeping soundly; continue to monitor
B. Respiratory depression; administer naloxone as per protocol/order and notify physician
C. The patient has a viral infection; provide fluids
D. The patient is experiencing a pain flare; administer more opioid
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14. A patient’s electronic health record indicates a DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) order. The patient suddenly collapses and stops breathing. What is your immediate action?

A. Initiate CPR until a physician arrives
B. Respect the DNR order and provide comfort care
C. Call a code blue and begin resuscitation
D. Ask the family for clarification on the DNR order
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13. During a counseling session, a client who identifies as LGBTQ+ expresses concerns about discrimination in their workplace. What is the most appropriate response demonstrating cultural competence?

A. Advise them to ignore the discrimination
B. Suggest they find a new job immediately
C. Acknowledge their experience, validate their feelings, and explore support systems or advocacy options
D. Tell them that everyone faces challenges at work
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