Practice Question
The nurse should most suspect which of the following when presented with an older, mentally impaired woman who is depressed and underweight and has poor personal hygiene?
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Correct Answer:
Neglect
Rationale:
🔷 Neglect is the most likely cause when an older adult presents with poor personal hygiene, weight loss, and depression, especially if she is mentally impaired and dependent on others for care.
🔷 It involves the failure of a caregiver to provide basic needs, including proper nutrition, hygiene, medical care, and emotional support.
🔷 Depression and underweight status are strong indicators that the individual’s physical and emotional needs are not being adequately met.
🔷 Unlike physical abuse (which shows bruises or injuries) or exploitation (which involves financial misuse), neglect primarily manifests as self-care deficits due to caregiver omission.
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This question is from ATI LPN Mental Health Chapter 25-29 Quiz which contains 24 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Mental Health
- Answer Choices: 4