ATI LPN
ATI LPN nsp 130 Psychosocial Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which interventions will help to lessen the effects of sundown syndrome?
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Companionship, familiar routines, and reduced stimulation create a calming environment, reducing sundown syndrome agitation. Stimulating activities or bedtime reminders may increase confusion.
Question 2 of 5
Severe, prolonged depression affects a person's risk for physical illness by
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chronic depression increases physical illness risk through stress, immune suppression, and lifestyle impacts, significantly affecting cardiovascular and other systems.
Question 3 of 5
After establishing a no-harm contract with the client, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A no-harm contract does not guarantee safety, so close observation remains essential to monitor for suicidal behavior, prioritizing safety over premature treatment or autonomy.
Question 4 of 5
A client who usually is very active in her therapy group tells the nurse that she really does 'not feel well today' and would 'rather not attend the group therapy session. Which is the nurse's most appropriate response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reflecting the client’s statement encourages dialogue about their feelings without judgment, unlike dismissive, assumptive, or probing responses.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who has anxiety attacks. What symptoms would indicate that the patient is experiencing a severe anxiety attack?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A feeling of impending doom is a hallmark of severe anxiety attacks, often accompanied by physical symptoms like rapid heart rate and trembling, signaling intense distress.