ATI LPN
ATI LPN nsp 130 Psychosocial Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 14-year-old survivor of a school shooting screams and dives under a table when firecrackers go off. What does this behavior represent?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The reaction to firecrackers as a trauma trigger indicates PTSD, unlike OCD’s compulsions, vague disordered thinking, or specific phobias.
Question 2 of 5
The majority of people function in a relatively healthy manner. What can most strongly diminish their functional capacity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chronic physical diseases significantly impair functional capacity by affecting physical and mental health, more than temporary crises or support system absence.
Question 3 of 5
After establishing a no-harm contract with the client, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A no-harm contract does not guarantee safety, so close observation remains essential to monitor for suicidal behavior, prioritizing safety over premature treatment or autonomy.
Question 4 of 5
What is the purpose of using risperidone in psychiatric treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Risperidone, an atypical antipsychotic, is primarily used to manage schizophrenia symptoms like hallucinations and delusions by modulating dopamine and serotonin. It is not a first-line treatment for anxiety, ADHD, or depression, though it may be used off-label in specific cases.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 weeks postpartum. The client tells the nurse, 'I feel really down and sad lately. I have no energy and I feel like I'm going to cry.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Screening for postpartum depression first assesses symptom severity, guiding appropriate interventions like counseling or medication, rather than assuming rest or treatment needs.