ATI LPN
LPN ATI Mental Health Psychosocial Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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.
Question 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
When communicating with an angry patient, the nurse must first:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: When communicating with an angry patient, the nurse must first listen actively. Active listening allows the nurse to identify the key issues and work through them methodically.
Question 4 of 5
A client who just went through an upsetting divorce is threatening to commit suicide with a handgun. The client is voluntarily admitted to the psychiatric unit. Which of the following nursing diagnoses has the highest priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Risk for suicide related to a highly lethal plan is the highest priority due to the immediate threat to life posed by the client’s plan and means (handgun).
Question 5 of 5
Upon entrance into a mental health care system, clients are thoroughly assessed, and this is followed by the development of a mental health treatment plan assessment. Which of the following are purposes of the treatment plan? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: The treatment plan serves as a tool for communication and coordination (
A), evaluates intervention effectiveness (
B), guides care planning (
C), and monitors progress (E). Ensuring client adherence (
D) is not a primary purpose.