ATI LPN
ATI LPN nsp 130 Psychosocial Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse performs a functional assessment of a client upon admission to a home health service. The purpose of this assessment is to determine the
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Functional assessments evaluate ADLs like bathing and eating to gauge independence, not consciousness, cognition, or memory specifically.
Question 2 of 5
Which statements regarding depression are correct? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Depression is common, treatable, affects all ages, and is prevalent with chronic illness, but it’s more frequent in women and not rare in the elderly.
Question 3 of 5
The majority of people function in a relatively healthy manner. What can most strongly diminish their functional capacity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chronic physical diseases significantly impair functional capacity by affecting physical and mental health, more than temporary crises or support system absence.
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
Which of the following is an effective communication technique that should be included in the teaching plan for the family members of a woman in whom Alzheimer's disease has been diagnosed recently?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using simple, familiar words and short sentences accommodates the cognitive decline in Alzheimer's, making communication clearer. Forcing sitting, changing key words, or over-relying on gestures may confuse or frustrate the client.