ATI LPN
Test Bank for Psychiatric Nursing: Contemporary Practice
Chapter 2 : Menta Health and Mental Disorders Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 25-year-old woman who recently had abdominal surgery was admitted to the psychiatric unit, where it was determined that she had a borderline personality disorder. During the first week on the unit, it was determined that she also has diabetes. Her diabetes mellitus would be listed in which axis of her DSM-IV-TR diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diabetes mellitus, a general medical condition, is documented on Axis III in the DSM-IV-TR, which captures physical health conditions that may impact the patient?s mental health.
Question 2 of 5
As part of a class activity, nursing students are engaged in a small group discussion about the epidemiology of mental illness. Which statement best explains the importance of epidemiology in understanding the impact of mental disorders?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epidemiology studies the distribution and determinants of mental disorders in populations, helping to identify patterns of occurrence, risk factors, and prevalence to inform public health strategies.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is working in a community mental health center that provides care to a large population of Asian descent. When developing programs for this community, which of the following would be most important for the nurse to address?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Self-stigma, where individuals internalize negative stereotypes about mental illness, is particularly significant in Asian communities due to cultural emphasis on collectivism and fear of shame, making it a critical focus for culturally sensitive mental health programs.
Question 4 of 5
A group of students are reviewing the multiaxial diagnostic system of the DSM-IV-TR. The students demonstrate understanding of the axes when they identify that each axis represents which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Each axis in the DSM-IV-TR represents a distinct domain of information (e.g., clinical disorders, personality disorders, medical conditions, psychosocial stressors, and functioning) to provide a comprehensive diagnostic picture.
Question 5 of 5
A nursing student is assigned to care for a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia. When talking about this patient in a clinical postconference, the student would use which terminology when referring to the patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Person-first language, such as 'person with schizophrenia,' is preferred to avoid defining the individual by their diagnosis, reducing stigma and promoting respectful communication.