NursingPlex
    Sign In
    Ati lpn mental health level 4 proctored exam II

    A nurse is caring for a client who has been admitted for a psychiatric evaluation after displaying aggressive behavior towards their partner and 2-year-old child. Which of the following client statements should the nurse identify as potentially contributing to aggression?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. "A family member took me fishing several times when I was a kid.": This statement indicates positive childhood experiences, not factors contributing to aggression. B. "My parent was physically abused as a child.": While a family history of abuse is relevant, direct experiences of abuse are more strongly linked to aggressive behavior. C. "My parent used their fists to hit me as a child." Experiencing physical abuse as a child is a significant risk factor for developing aggressive behavior as an adult. D. "I drink a glass of wine occasionally with dinner.": Moderate alcohol consumption does not typically contribute to aggression.

    🔒 Submit your answer to reveal