ATI LPN
ATI LPN nsp 130 Psychosocial Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
For the past 3 weeks, the nurse has observed a patient interacting with staff and other patients, helping decorate the dining room for a party, and leading th singing in the activity room. Today, the patient tearfully refuses to dress or get out of bed. The nurse recognizes these behaviors as evidence of which psychiatric disorder?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The shift from high energy to sudden withdrawal suggests bipolar disorder’s mood swings, with manic and depressive phases, unlike consistent depression or psychosis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to change the dressing on the lower leg of an older adult client who is in a wheelchair, and has a history of maladaptive coping skills. The client begins swearing at and verbally abusing the nurse. Which of the following actions should the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Leaving temporarily sets boundaries and de-escalates, allowing both to calm down, unlike restraints, explanations, or seclusion, which may worsen agitation.
Question 3 of 5
Theories that view depression as a group of learned responses are called theories.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Behavioral theories posit depression results from learned responses like helplessness, unlike social, biological, or psychoanalytical focuses on environment, physiology, or unconscious conflicts.
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Place a T in the answer area if you think the following statement is true: Place an F in the answer area if you think the following statement is false. (Do not type in the whole word 'true' or 'false')
Question 4 of 5
Mental health care is available under the universal health care system in Britain, which is funded primarily by tax dollars.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The NHS, funded by taxes, provides comprehensive mental health care to UK residents, ensuring access without direct costs at the point of service.
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Question 5 of 5
A client frequently wanders around the unit, and the staff frequently needs to reorient the client to the environment and remind her not to walk into the rooms of other clients on the unit. Due to short staffing the decision is made to use a restraint device to prevent this from occurring. This action may constitute
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using restraints without exploring less restrictive options may unjustly limit freedom, constituting false imprisonment, not assault, negligence, or defamation.