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ATI LPN nsp 130 Psychosocial Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is making a home visit for a 16-year-old adolescent who attempted suicide. Which of the following behaviors should alert the nurse that the adolescent still has suicidal intent?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Giving away possessions can signal suicidal intent, suggesting preparation for death. Eating preferences, avoiding discussion, or seeking peers are less directly indicative of ongoing risk.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
What is the primary therapeutic use of Prozac?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prozac, an SSRI, is primarily used for depression by increasing serotonin levels to improve mood. It’s not first-line for anxiety, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder alone.
Question 4 of 5
Select the correct statement regarding adipose tissue.
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: Adipose tissue stores triglycerides for energy, unlike dense connective tissue, with minimal matrix, lipid-filled cells, and low mitotic activity in mature adipocytes.
Question 5 of 5
Depression in the elderly is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Depression is common in the elderly due to losses, health issues, and isolation, requiring active screening and treatment, not dismissal as rare or non-existent.