LPN ATI Mental Health Psychosocial

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A client is brought to a busy emergency department by their spouse due to erratic behavior and expressions of despair. If the client shrugs their shoulders when asked by the triage registered nurse if they feel suicidal now, what nursing responsibility is the practical nurse expected to be assigned?

A. Ask the client to make a verbal contract to not harm self. B. Return the client to the waiting room with the spouse. C. Document that the client is not currently suicidal. D. Place the client in an ideal situation with one-on-one observation.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Placing the client under one-on-one observation ensures safety given the erratic behavior and ambiguous response to suicidal intent questions.

Question 2 of 5

Which medication side effect is irreversible if not detected early?

A. Akinesia. B. Akathisia. C. Dystonia. D. Tardive Dyskinesia.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Tardive Dyskinesia involves involuntary movements and can become irreversible if not addressed early, unlike the other reversible side effects.

Question 3 of 5

What are the negative symptoms of psychosis?

A. Anergia, flat affect, and illusions. B. Delusions. C. Hallucinations. D. Anhedonia.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Negative symptoms of psychosis include anergia (lack of energy), flat affect (reduced emotional expression), and anhedonia (inability to feel pleasure). Illusions are perceptual, not negative, but A is closest to correct.

Question 4 of 5

What are the goals of therapeutic communication?

A. Foster a social relationship. B. Focus on the attitude of the client. C. Focus on the client and to build a rapport. D. Focus on the staff member and to build rapport.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The primary goals of therapeutic communication are to focus on the client and to build a rapport. This involves understanding the client's needs, concerns, and emotions effectively, fostering trust and collaboration to improve patient outcomes.

Question 5 of 5

A spouse brings a client to an extremely busy emergency department due to erratic behavior and expressions of despair. When the triage registered nurse asks if the client feels suicidal now, the client shrugs their shoulders. Based on these findings, which nursing responsibility is the practical nurse expected to be assigned?

A. Ask the client to make a verbal contract to not harm self. B. Return the client to the waiting room with the spouse. C. Document that the client is not currently suicidal. D. Place the client in an inside hallway with one-on-one observation.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Placing the client in an inside hallway with one-on-one observation ensures safety, allows continuous monitoring, and provides an opportunity for further assessment given the client’s erratic behavior and ambiguous response.

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