Maternal Child Nursing 5th Edition by McKinney- ISBN- 978-0323401708 TEST BANK Chapter 53: Psychosocial Problems in Children and Families Verified 2024 Practice Questions and 100% Correct Answers with Explanations for Exam Preparation, Graded A+

Maternal Child Nursing 5th Edition by McKinney- ISBN- 978-0323401708 TEST BANK Chapter 53: Psychosocial Problems in Children and Families Verified 2024 Practice Questions and 100% Correct Answers with Explanations for Exam Preparation, Graded A+ Which sign or symptom is likely to be manifested by an adolescent with a depressive disorder? a. Abuse of alcohol b. Impulsivity and distractibility c. Carelessness and inattention to details d. Refusal to leave the house ANS: A Depression often manifests in conjunction with substance abuse, so children who abuse substances should be evaluated for depression as well. Impulsivity and distractibility are manifestations of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A diminished ability to think or concentrate, carelessness, and inattention to details is a clinical manifestation of ADHD. A refusal to leave the house, even to play with friends, is characteristic of separation anxiety disorder. PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge/Remembering REF: p. 1325 | Table 53.1 OBJ: Nursing Process: Assessment MSC: Client Needs: Psychosocial Integrity 2. Which statement about suicide is correct? a. Children younger than 10 years of age are least likely to attempt suicide. b. Suicide risk decreases with age. c. Suicide is usually an isolated event in a school community. d. The prevalence of suicide attempts is higher among males. ANS: A Suicide by children under the age of 10 is uncommon although it is the third leading cause of death in children ages 5 to 10. The risk of suicide increases with age. It is common for suicide to occur in a cluster within a community (e.g., schools). Males have a 4% rate of suicide attempts compared to 8% in females; however, males are more likely to die after a suicide attempt. PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Knowledge/Remembering REF: p. 1318 OBJ: Nursing Process: Assessment MSC: Client Needs: Psychosocial Integrity