ATI LPN
LPN ATI Mental Health Psychosocial Questions
Question 1 of 5
The practical nurse (PN) is implementing solutions to provide care for a patient. The PN determines that the patient is still having an adverse reaction resulting in symptoms of and being cold. Choose the most likely options for the information missing from the statement(s) by selecting from the lists of options provided.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Nausea (
A), dizziness (
B), fatigue (
C), and headache (
D) are common symptoms of adverse reactions that could accompany feeling cold, such as from medication side effects or systemic issues.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing a community health education class about suicide prevention. Which of the following should the nurse identify as risk factors for suicide? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: Schizophrenia (
B), alcohol use disorder (
C), substance use disorder (
D), and age greater than 65 (F) are significant risk factors for suicide due to their association with mental illness, impulsivity, and isolation. Pregnancy and marriage are generally protective factors.
Question 3 of 5
What should be the first step for a nurse when communicating with an angry patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Active listening is the first step when communicating with an angry patient. It involves giving the patient full attention, understanding their concerns, and showing empathy. This can help to de-escalate the situation and make the patient feel heard and understood. Offering positive comments, identifying emotions, and exploring options are subsequent steps that build on the foundation of active listening.
Question 4 of 5
What is an effective nursing intervention to help an angry patient manage their anger without resorting to violence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assisting the patient in identifying a thought that triggers anger, evaluating the validity of the belief, and replacing it with reality-based thinking is an effective nursing intervention based on cognitive behavioral therapy.
Question 5 of 5
True or False: Lability is characterized by a rapid change in emotions.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lability is indeed characterized by rapid changes in emotions, often seen in certain mental health conditions.