ATI LPN
LPN ATI Mental Health Psychosocial Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 60-year-old individual strays from a football game during halftime and is discovered 48 hours later, sleeping on a park bench 100 miles away. The individual is brought to the emergency department by the police. The individual can state their name and address but has no memory of the past 2 days. What is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing vital signs is the priority nursing action. The individual has been missing for 48 hours, potentially exposed to harsh conditions, and may be dehydrated or hypothermic. Physical health must be stabilized first.
Question 2 of 5
The practical nurse (PN) reviews the lab values. What Questions can the PN ask the client based on the lab results? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Asking about supplements (
A), dry skin (
B), and urinary urgency (
C) can help interpret lab results related to conditions like thyroid issues or infections. Urinating less often (
D) is less specific without context.
Question 3 of 5
During a therapy session, which statement made by the nurse indicates a need for further training in effective therapeutic communication techniques?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking 'why' can make patients defensive and is generally avoided in therapeutic communication, indicating a need for further training.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has been admitted due to severe depression. What symptoms should the nurse anticipate during the assessment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, and difficulty focusing are common symptoms of severe depression. Depression affects how a person feels, thinks, and handles daily activities.
Question 5 of 5
A client reports to the nurse that her elderly mother has become increasingly angry and responds inappropriately to conversations within the past few months. She notes that her mother does not respond when the mother's back is turned. What is the best intervention for the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The mother’s behavior of not responding when her back is turned and increasing anger could be signs of hearing loss. A hearing evaluation would help determine if this is the case and allow for appropriate interventions.