Chapter 33: Challenges for the Future Morrison-Valfre: Foundations of Mental Health Care, 7th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The need for mental health applies to: a. all persons. b. people with illnesses. c. all married persons. d. people with mental problems. ANS: A The need for mental health applies to all people. Every person experiences periods of emotional turmoil and crises, and, at some time, most individuals need some assistance with coping strategies. DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: p. 395 TOP: Introduction KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment MSC: Client Needs: Psychosocial Integrity
OBJ: 1
2. An aging population, an overburdened welfare system, and a cost conscious U.S. Congress exerting its influence on the health care system are all examples of changes. a. social b. cultural c. environmental d. technological ANS: A These are all examples of social changes that affect today’s health care system. Cultural changes are exhibited in the population served in the health care setting; the environment refers to the health care setting; and technological advances guide the level of care and the way care is delivered. DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge REF: p. 396 OBJ: 6 TOP: Changes in Mental Health Care KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment MSC: Client Needs: Psychosocial Integrity 3. Families without a home now make up United States. a. 14 b. 28 c. 38 d. 44
% of the homeless population in the
ANS: C Nearly half of this population work, but they do not earn enough to pay for housing. DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension TOP: Homelessness
REF: p. 396 OBJ: 2 KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment
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