ATI LPN
LPN ATI Mental Health Psychosocial Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following a sexual assault. Which of the following is an expected finding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anger is a common and expected response to trauma like sexual assault, stemming from feelings of violation, betrayal, or injustice. Other options like excessive sleep or attachment are less universally indicative of PTSD.
Question 2 of 5
In a psychiatric unit, how are bright colors in the client's environment often perceived?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bright colors in a psychiatric unit environment are often perceived as stimulating. They can enhance alertness and motivation in patients.
Question 3 of 5
A patient with cognitive impairment, who has been a widow for 30 years, is desperately trying to leave the facility, stating, 'I have to go home to cook dinner before my husband gets home from work.' How should the nurse intervene using validation therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Validation therapy focuses on validating the patient’s emotions rather than correcting facts. 'You want to go home to prepare your husband’s dinner?' acknowledges her feelings respectfully.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following a sexual assault. Which of the following is an expected finding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anger is a common and expected response to trauma like sexual assault, stemming from feelings of violation, betrayal, or injustice. Other options like excessive sleep or attachment are less universally indicative of PTSD.
Question 5 of 5
A patient returned from a procedure after receiving general anesthesia and is aggressive and confused. The nurse knows that the patient is experiencing:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A patient who returned from a procedure after receiving general anesthesia and is aggressive and confused is experiencing delirium. Delirium is a sudden, reversible state often triggered by factors like anesthesia.