Test Bank forPsychotherapy for the Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse, Second Edition: A How-To Gui

Client Need Sub: Nursing/Integrated Concepts: Nursing Process: Implementation Learning Outcome: Partner with clients and their families in recognizing when family interventions, referral to NAMI, or family therapy are appropriate.

Question 16 Type: MCSA A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder is starting the first family therapy session. The nurse knows the clients children, aged 2 and 4, will: 1. Not be included in the therapy session.

2. Help the client acclimate to the mental health clinic.

3. Benefit from the therapy session.

4. Help the client understand the importance of getting well.

Correct Answer: 1 Rationale 1: Children 4 years of age and younger are often not included in ongoing family therapy sessions. They may misinterpret or be frightened by the dialogue. In addition, small children tend to be disruptive. The children are not expected to help the client.

Rationale 2: Children 4 years of age and younger are often not included in ongoing family therapy sessions. They may misinterpret or be frightened by the dialogue. In addition, small children tend to be disruptive. The children are not expected to help the client.

Rationale 3: Children 4 years of age and younger are often not included in ongoing family therapy sessions. They may misinterpret or be frightened by the dialogue. In addition, small children tend to be disruptive. The children are not expected to help the client.