Practice Question
A fifteen-year-old was referred to the adolescent mental health clinic after being arrested for prostitution. The client's parents reported that they have run away several times and are abusive towards them. The nurse should anticipate that the diagnosis will be:
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Correct Answer:
Conduct Disorder
Rationale:
⚫ Conduct disorder is characterized by persistent behaviors that violate societal rules, such as aggression, deceit, theft, or serious violations like prostitution.
⚫ This client’s history of running away, aggression, and legal involvement aligns with diagnostic criteria for conduct disorder.
⚫ Adolescents with this disorder often show limited empathy, a disregard for norms, and impaired interpersonal functioning.
⚫ Early intervention is critical, as conduct disorder can escalate into adult antisocial behavior if not treated.
⚫ This diagnosis helps guide therapeutic planning, focusing on behavioral therapy and structured environments.
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This question is from RN ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 which contains 62 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Mental Health
- Answer Choices: 4