ATI LPN
LPN ATI Mental Health Psychosocial Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A recently widowed client is experiencing memory loss, insomnia, loss of appetite, and irritability over the last few months. Which data should the nurse obtain when assessing this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Suicidal ideations are a critical concern in individuals who have recently experienced a significant loss and are exhibiting symptoms of depression, such as memory loss, insomnia, loss of appetite, and irritability.
Question 2 of 5
The home health aide reports to the practical nurse that the client has been trying to give away possessions. When the nurse asks the client about this behavior, the client says, 'With my spouse dead, there's no reason for me to go on.' What is the best priority response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: When a client expresses feelings of hopelessness and exhibits behaviors such as giving away possessions, it is crucial for the nurse to further explore these feelings. Asking the client to elaborate on their feelings allows the nurse to gather more information and assess the severity of the client's emotional state.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has been admitted due to severe depression. What symptoms should the nurse anticipate during the assessment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, and difficulty focusing are common symptoms of severe depression. Depression affects how a person feels, thinks, and handles daily activities.
Question 4 of 5
What is an effective nursing intervention to help an angry patient manage their anger without resorting to violence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assisting the patient in identifying a thought that triggers anger, evaluating the validity of the belief, and replacing it with reality-based thinking is an effective nursing intervention based on cognitive behavioral therapy.
Question 5 of 5
What expected outcomes should the nurse document for a client diagnosed with a depressive disorder? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: The absence of suicidal ideation, returning to work or school, expressing hopefulness, and sleeping 8 hours each night are positive outcomes indicating improvement in depressive symptoms.