ATI LPN
ATI LPN nsp 130 Psychosocial Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when developing a relationship with the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Setting boundaries maintains a professional therapeutic relationship, ensuring trust and focus on the client’s needs. Sharing personal information, comparing to others, or emotional over-involvement can blur boundaries.
Question 2 of 5
Recent studies have demonstrated that daily exposure to full-spectrum light (phototherapy) is most effective in improving symptoms in people who are experiencing
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Phototherapy is highly effective for seasonal affective disorder by mimicking sunlight to regulate circadian rhythms and serotonin levels, which are disrupted during low-light months. It is not the primary treatment for postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, or moderate depression.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the development of a community health education class about suicide prevention. Which of the following information should th nurse identify as risk factors for suicide? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Schizophrenia, substance use, and older age increase suicide risk due to mental health challenges and impulsivity, unlike marriage or female gender, which are less predictive.
Question 4 of 5
Suicide attempts by are more successful because one out of every two attempts results in death.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Older adults have higher suicide completion rates due to using more lethal methods and higher intent. Adolescents and young adults tend to use less fatal means, reducing success rates.
Question 5 of 5
A client is depressed and has attempted suicide tells the nurse, 'I should have died because I am totally worthless' which of $t$ responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reflecting the client’s feelings validates their emotions and encourages further dialogue, essential for addressing suicidal thoughts. Dismissing, reassuring prematurely, or questioning defensively may alienate them.