ATI LPN
Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing 9th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 33 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A parent asks the nurse to describe what is meant by a 'learning disability.' Which is the nurse's most helpful response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Learning disability is an educational term. Children with learning disabilities may have average to above-average intelligence but may experience difficulties in perception, language, comprehension, and conceptualization.
Question 2 of 5
What would be the appropriate response to an adolescent who states, 'This has been the worst day of my life?'
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse establishes a rapport with the adolescent by acknowledging his or her feelings and giving the adolescent full attention.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse asks, 'Do your parents drink every day?' The adolescent suddenly shouts, 'I'm not going to talk about that! It's none of your business, anyway! Leave me alone!' How does the nurse interpret the adolescent's behavior?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Discrediting parents threatens the child's security and creates anxiety.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is answering phone calls at a local suicide prevention hotline. Which statement would be recognized as the greatest risk of suicide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The risk of death increases when there is a definite plan of action, the means are readily available, and the person has few resources for help and support.
Question 5 of 5
A 15-year-old boy was previously active in a band and saved money to buy a special guitar. What would a nurse assess as an early sign of depression in this boy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A major depression is characterized by a prolonged behavioral change from baseline that interferes with school, family life, and age-specific activities, frequently signaled by giving prized possessions away.