ATI LPN
Pediatric Mental Health Depression NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A kindergartener is disruptive in class. This child is unable to sit for expected lengths of time, inattentive to the teacher, screams while the teacher is talking, and is aggressive toward other children. The nurse plans interventions designed to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The behaviors suggest ADHD or a behavioral disorder. (C) reducing loneliness and increasing self-esteem could address aggression and social issues, though the question lacks a perfect fit. (A) is vague, (B) is extreme for outpatient symptoms, and (D) doesn’t match the primary issues of inattention and aggression.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse assesses a 3-year-old diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Which finding is most associated with the child’s disorder? The child:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rocking for extended periods (D) is a repetitive, self-soothing behavior strongly associated with ASD. (A) is developmental, (B) expected at 3, and (C) typical separation anxiety, none specific to ASD.
Question 3 of 5
When a 5-year-old is disruptive, the nurse says, 'You must take a time-out.' The expectation is that the child will:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A time-out expects the child to pause and regain self-control (C), a standard behavior management technique. (A) is too long, (B) too specific, and (D) impractical.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for an autistic child who has been hospitalized. The child rocks continuously, but the rocking does not seem to present any risk to the child's safety. The nurse should take which action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If rocking is safe and self-soothing, as common in autism, allowing it (B) respects the child’s coping mechanism. Holding (A) or time out (C) may escalate distress, and distraction (D) may not address the underlying need.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing community education about autism to a group of parents. The nurse concludes that teaching has been effective if the parents describe which of the following as common behavioral signs of autism?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Indifference to physical affection (A) is a common autism sign, reflecting social interaction deficits. Imaginative play (B) and language (C) are often delayed, and clinginess (D) is more typical of anxiety.