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ATI Custom NUR 316 Fall 2023 1MHE Module 4 - 1st 5 units Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is screening children and adolescents for exposure to adverse childhood experiences (ACES). Which of the following clients is considered to have experienced an ACE?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Having a parent in prison is considered an ACE. This situation can cause significant stress and instability in a child's life, potentially leading to long-term health and social issues.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse at a primary care clinic is assessing a client for manifestations of depression. Which of the following client statements should the nurse identify as being consistent with depression?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This statement indicates insomnia, which is a common symptom of depression.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse on an inpatient mental health unit is caring for a client who is experiencing panic level anxiety. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Depersonalization, which involves feeling detached from one's own body or thoughts, is a key symptom of panic-level anxiety. It occurs when the client feels as though they are observing themselves from outside their body or disconnected from reality, often as a coping mechanism to manage the intense distress experienced during a panic attack.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in an outpatient facility is teaching a client about the development of mental illness. Which of the following statements by the nurse describes the role of a vulnerability gene?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A vulnerability gene is a variant that increases the risk for the development of a specific mental illness. It does not guarantee the development of the illness, but it increases susceptibility.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is concerned about developing a mental health disorder as a result of their childhood experiences. Which of the following familial characteristics is a protective factor for adverse childhood experiences?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Families where caregivers have college degrees or higher are often more stable and provide a nurturing environment, which is a protective factor against adverse childhood experiences.