LPN ATI Mental Health Psychosocial

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Question 1 of 5

The practical nurse (PN) reviews the lab values. What Questions can the PN ask the client based on the lab results? Select all that apply.

A. Are you taking any supplements? B. Have you noticed that your skin is dry? C. Have you experienced urgency to urinate? D. Have you noticed the need to urinate less often?

Correct Answer: A,B,C

Rationale: Asking about supplements (
A), dry skin (
B), and urinary urgency (
C) can help interpret lab results related to conditions like thyroid issues or infections. Urinating less often (
D) is less specific without context.

Question 2 of 5

The practical nurse (PN) is implementing solutions to provide care for a patient. The PN determines that the patient is still having an adverse reaction resulting in symptoms of and being cold. Choose the most likely options for the information missing from the statement(s) by selecting from the lists of options provided.

A. Nausea B. Dizziness C. Fatigue D. Headache

Correct Answer: A,B,C,D

Rationale: Nausea (
A), dizziness (
B), fatigue (
C), and headache (
D) are common symptoms of adverse reactions that could accompany feeling cold, such as from medication side effects or systemic issues.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following actions is the best example of aggressive behavior?

A. Walking away from the nurses' station, heading to the hallway, and taking a tray from the meal cart. B. Expressing to the primary nurse, 'I felt angry when you said I couldn't have a second helping at lunch.' C. Bursting into tears, leaving the community meeting, and sitting on a bed hugging a pillow and crying. D. Telling the medication nurse, 'I am not going to take that, or any other, medication you try to give me.'

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Telling the medication nurse, 'I am not going to take that, or any other, medication you try to give me' can be considered an aggressive behavior. This statement shows a refusal to cooperate and a confrontational attitude, which are characteristics of aggressive behavior. Walking away to take a tray is not inherently aggressive; it could be a neutral action. Expressing anger assertively is not aggressive but rather a healthy communication of feelings. Crying and withdrawing reflect emotional distress, not aggression.

Question 4 of 5

What should be the first step for a nurse when communicating with an angry patient?

A. Actively listen. B. Offer positive comments. C. Identify emotions. D. Explore options.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Active listening is the first step when communicating with an angry patient. It involves giving the patient full attention, understanding their concerns, and showing empathy. This can help to de-escalate the situation and make the patient feel heard and understood. Offering positive comments, identifying emotions, and exploring options are subsequent steps that build on the foundation of active listening.

Question 5 of 5

A patient inquires why they need to attend therapy and can't just take their prescribed antidepressant medication. What would be the best explanation from the nurse?

A. Both are recommended. Since your insurance covers both, that's the best plan for you. B. The effects of medications will not last forever. C. You have reservations about going to therapy. D. Medications help your brain function better, but therapy aids in eliciting behavior change.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: This is the best explanation. Medications can help improve brain function by balancing neurotransmitters, which can alleviate symptoms of mental health conditions. Therapy, on the other hand, can help patients develop coping strategies, understand and change thought patterns, and implement behavioral changes, which can lead to more enduring improvements over time.

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