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ATI LPN · Mental Health Nursing · ATI Mental Health Proctored Exam 2023 Quizlet

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Question 1 of 5

A patient with borderline personality disorder is admitted to the psychiatric unit. Which behavior is most characteristic of this disorder?

A. Avoiding social interactions due to fear of rejection.

B. Engaging in impulsive and self-destructive behaviors.

C. Having a grandiose sense of self-importance.

D. Exhibiting a pattern of unstable relationships.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Engaging in impulsive and self-destructive behaviors.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following medications is commonly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

A. Sertraline

B. Diazepam

C. Methylphenidate

D. Clozapine

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Methylphenidate

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following is an example of a mood stabilizer used to treat bipolar disorder?

A. Fluoxetine

B. Lithium

C. Haloperidol

D. Lorazepam

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Lithium

Question 4 of 5

The school staff has been alerted to the fact that an 8-year-old boy routinely playacts as a police officer 'locking up' other children on the playground to the point where the children get scared. The staff recognizes that this behavior is most likely an indication of:

A. The need to dominate others

B. Inventing traumatic events

C. A need to develop close relationships

D. A potential symptom of traumatization

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: A potential symptom of traumatization

Question 5 of 5

Which intervention is most appropriate to promote the self-esteem of a patient with severe depression?

A. Encouraging the patient to spend time alone for self-reflection.

B. Involving the patient in simple, achievable activities to ensure success.

C. Allowing the patient to rest and avoid responsibilities.

D. Providing frequent reassurances and compliments.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Involving the patient in simple, achievable activities to ensure success.

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