ATI LPN
LPN ATI Mental Health Psychosocial Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
True or False: The management of delirium is dependent on its cause, with the primary focus being to address the root cause.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The management of delirium depends on identifying and treating its underlying cause, such as infection or medication withdrawal, making this statement true.
Question 2 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.
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 3 of 5
A patient with cognitive impairment, who has been a widow for 30 years, is desperately trying to leave the facility, stating, 'I have to go home to cook dinner before my husband gets home from work.' How should the nurse intervene using validation therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Validation therapy focuses on validating the patient’s emotions rather than correcting facts. 'You want to go home to prepare your husband’s dinner?' acknowledges her feelings respectfully.
Question 4 of 5
A 60-year-old individual strays from a football game during halftime and is discovered 48 hours later, sleeping on a park bench 100 miles away. The individual is brought to the emergency department by the police. The individual can state their name and address but has no memory of the past 2 days. What is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing vital signs is the priority nursing action. The individual has been missing for 48 hours, potentially exposed to harsh conditions, and may be dehydrated or hypothermic. Physical health must be stabilized first.
Question 5 of 5
A client taking Risperdal complains of dry mouth and constipation. The nurse understands that these symptoms are caused by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Anticholinergic reactions can cause a wide range of symptoms, including dry mouth and constipation. These are common side effects of many medications, including Risperdal.