ATI LPN
ATI LPN nsp 130 Psychosocial Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What should the nurse preparing a patient for a scheduled appointment for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) remind the patient to do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ECT involves anesthesia, making driving unsafe post-treatment, so arranging transportation is essential. Visual disturbances or incontinence are not typical concerns.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse on the mental health unit is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and comes to the nurse's station at 0300 demanding to see the provider. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging distress and inviting dialogue validates the client’s feelings, helping to de-escalate and understand their needs, especially in a manic phase.
Question 3 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 4 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 5 of 5
What should the nurse preparing a patient for a scheduled appointment for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) remind the patient to do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ECT involves anesthesia, making driving unsafe post-treatment, so arranging transportation is essential. Visual disturbances or incontinence are not typical concerns.