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Practice Question

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of adolescents regarding identifying behavioral indicators of depression. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

Irritability

Rationale:

🔍Irritability is a common symptom of adolescent depression, often replacing sadness seen in adults.

💤Decreased energy and fatigue frequently impair an adolescent’s ability to function or participate in usual activities.

🚪Isolation from peers is a behavioral sign indicating social withdrawal, a key indicator of adolescent depression.

😔Feelings of loneliness reflect emotional distress and loss of connection, reinforcing depressive tendencies.

📌Core Message

Adolescent depression often presents as irritability, withdrawal, low energy, and loneliness rather than sadness.

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Question Details
  • Category: LPN Nursing Exams
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams (LPN)
  • Domain: Mental Health (LPN ati)
  • Answer Choices: 6
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