Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A 26-year-old female who was in a car accident 6 months ago that killed her mother, husband, and 2-year-old son. She and her father were the only survivors of the crash. She is seeking care for depressionClick to indicate whether findings at the next follow-up appointment indicate that the treatment was effective or ineffective.
Correct answer
A: Effective, B: Ineffective, C: Effective, D: Effective, E: Effective
Rationale
In this case, the correct answer is - meaning that all the findings should be selected except for the client stating she feels numb when thinking about the crash.
Rationale:
A: The client talking to her father and best friend when feeling sad is effective as it shows a healthy coping mechanism and social support.
B: The client feeling numb when thinking about the crash is ineffective as it indicates emotional distress and possible trauma avoidance.
C: The client avoiding driving and taking the bus is effective as it shows a safety precaution and adaptive behavior.
D: The client reporting sleeping 6 to 7 hours per night is effective as it indicates a good sleep pattern, which is important for mental health.
E: The client feeling less jumpy and more relaxed is effective as it shows a positive change in emotional state and possible reduction in anxiety.
Summary:
The effective choices demonstrate positive coping strategies, safety measures, and improvements in emotional well
Rationale:
A: The client talking to her father and best friend when feeling sad is effective as it shows a healthy coping mechanism and social support.
B: The client feeling numb when thinking about the crash is ineffective as it indicates emotional distress and possible trauma avoidance.
C: The client avoiding driving and taking the bus is effective as it shows a safety precaution and adaptive behavior.
D: The client reporting sleeping 6 to 7 hours per night is effective as it indicates a good sleep pattern, which is important for mental health.
E: The client feeling less jumpy and more relaxed is effective as it shows a positive change in emotional state and possible reduction in anxiety.
Summary:
The effective choices demonstrate positive coping strategies, safety measures, and improvements in emotional well