ATI LPN
Test Bank for Psychiatric Nursing: Contemporary Practice
Chapter 39 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is working for a mobile homeless treatment program. Which method would the nurse most likely use to provide follow-up care to clients?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Meeting in a public place accessible by taxi (
C) is practical for a mobile homeless treatment program, balancing accessibility and safety. Clinic appointments (
A) are challenging due to transportation issues, riding a bicycle (
B) is impractical, and telephone follow-up (
D) is unreliable due to limited phone access among homeless clients.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is presenting a talk on homelessness and its effect on individuals. The nurse describes the resiliency of homeless individuals based on which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Resiliency in homeless individuals is often rooted in their ability to cope with extreme stressors (
C), such as lack of shelter, food insecurity, and social stigma. Strong community supports (
A) and family resources (
B) are often limited, and local governmental intervention (
D) is typically inconsistent or insufficient.
Question 3 of 5
A group of nurses is in a discussion about the homeless population in their community as a means for developing appropriate programs for this group. Which statement by one of the members indicates a need for the group to address the nurse?s stereotypical thinking?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The statement that street-living individuals will not accept services (
C) reflects a stereotype, assuming unwillingness without evidence. Options A, B, and D are accurate, recognizing creativity, diversity, and the transient nature of homelessness, respectively.
Question 4 of 5
A nursing instructor is preparing a class on individuals who are homeless and mentally ill for a group of nursing students. When describing the characteristics of this population, which of the following would the instructor most likely include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Homeless individuals with mental illness often have worse physical health (
B) due to untreated conditions, are more involved with the legal system (
D) due to behavioral issues, and have a higher risk of homelessness (E) due to social and economic challenges. Outpatient care (
A) is often inaccessible, and benefits (
C) are not easily accessed.
Question 5 of 5
A client who is homeless and mentally ill is being discharged to an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. The nurse interprets this as including which of the following services? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs provide comprehensive services for mentally ill individuals, including substance abuse management (
A), medication monitoring (
B), counseling (
C), and living skills classes (
D). Shelter for one night (E) is not typically part of ACT, which focuses on long-term support.