ATI LPN
ATI LPN nsp 130 Psychosocial Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is an effective communication technique that should be included in the teaching plan for the family members of a woman in whom Alzheimer's disease has been diagnosed recently?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using simple, familiar words and short sentences accommodates the cognitive decline in Alzheimer's, making communication clearer. Forcing sitting, changing key words, or over-relying on gestures may confuse or frustrate the client.
Question 2 of 5
Adolescents are at greater risk for committing suicide if they have------------------ problems.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mental health issues like depression or anxiety are the strongest suicide risk factors in adolescents, amplifying emotional distress more than family or social issues.
Question 3 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 4 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 5 of 5
Suicide is attempted three times more frequently by ------------------ but is more often successfully completed by-------------------------
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Statistics show that women attempt suicide more frequently than men, often due to higher rates of non-lethal methods like overdosing. However, men are more likely to complete suicide because they tend to use more lethal methods, such as firearms or hanging, leading to higher fatality rates.