10/05/2026
YOUR DAILY QUIZZES TABLE HAS BEEN UPDATED
Anatomy and physiology has been replaced with Self-Care for Mental Health Nurses on Sundays.
For educational purpose only!
Monday: Psychopathology
Mental Disorders: Types of disorders (mood, anxiety, psychotic, etc.)
Symptoms and Diagnosis: Key symptoms, DSM-5 criteria
Etiology of Mental Disorders: Causes (genetic, environmental, psychological)
Assessment Tools: Interviews, rating scales (e.g., Beck Depression Inventory)
Treatment Approaches: Pharmacological, therapeutic interventions
Tuesday: Principles of Psychiatric Nursing
Nursing Theories in Psychiatric Care: Peplau's Interpersonal Relations Theory, Orem’s Self-Care Deficit Theory
Nurse-Patient Relationship: Building trust, boundaries, therapeutic communication
Patient Advocacy: Ethical considerations, patient rights
Mental Health Assessment: Conducting initial assessments, mental status exams
Nursing Interventions: Individualized care plans, crisis intervention
Wednesday: Practical / Clinical Scenarios
Case Studies: Analysis of real-world clinical scenarios
Simulation-based Learning: Role-play, mock clinical situations
Decision Making: Evidence-based practices in patient care
Patient Safety: Risk management in clinical settings, identifying early signs of distress
Emergency Protocols: Handling acute psychiatric crises (e.g., su***de risk, violent behaviors)
Thursday: Psychopharmacology
Antidepressants: SSRIs, SNRIs, tricyclics, side effects
Antipsychotics: Atypical vs. typical, common side effects
Mood Stabilizers: Lithium, anticonvulsants, indications for use
Anxiolytics: Benzodiazepines, buspirone
Medication Management: Administration guidelines, side effect monitoring, patient education on medication adherence
Friday: Mixed Questions
Comprehensive Review: General knowledge across all topics covered in the week
Multiple Choice Questions: Assessing overall understanding of core concepts
Critical Thinking: Problem-solving exercises, applying theoretical knowledge to practical situations
Case Analysis: Examining clinical scenarios and decision-making processes
Reflection: Encouraging self-assessment and knowledge gaps
Saturday: OSCE / Skills
Clinical Skills: Demonstrating basic clinical procedures (e.g., vital signs, administering medication)
Communication Skills: Effective communication with patients, colleagues, and families
Psychiatric Interventions: Role-playing therapeutic techniques (e.g., CBT, motivational interviewing)
Crisis Management: Handling aggressive patients, de-escalation techniques
Ethical Dilemmas: Navigating difficult situations (e.g., involuntary treatment, patient confidentiality
Sunday: Self-Care for Mental Health Nurses
Burnout Prevention: Identifying signs of burnout, developing coping strategies
Work-Life Balance: Time management, setting boundaries
Stress Management: Techniques for relaxation, mindfulness practices
Peer Support: Building a support network, debriefing with colleagues
Reflection and Personal Growth: Maintaining emotional well-being, seeking professional development opportunities
