CSN CSN Mental Health & Behavioral Support 2

Question 1

A school nurse suspects a student may be experiencing abuse at home based on unexplained bruising and behavioral changes. The nurse's legal obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

Immediately report the suspicion to child protective services as a mandated reporter

Answer

School nurses are mandated reporters in all US states and must report suspected child abuse immediately without needing proof or supervisor approval.

Question 2

The school nurse is assisting in developing a reintegration plan for a student returning after a psychiatric hospitalization. Which action is MOST important?

Accepted Answer

Coordinate with the treatment team, parents, and school staff to create a gradual return-to-learn plan with appropriate supports

Answer

A coordinated, gradual return-to-learn plan developed collaboratively supports the student's successful reintegration and prevents relapse.

Question 3

A student with autism spectrum disorder becomes dysregulated and engages in self-injurious behavior in the health office. The nurse's FIRST response is:

Accepted Answer

Reduce environmental stimulation, speak calmly, and implement the student's known de-escalation strategies from their behavior plan

Answer

Reducing sensory input and using individualized de-escalation strategies from the student's behavior support plan is the safest evidence-based first response.

Question 4

Following a student suicide at school, the nurse's role in the postvention response includes:

Accepted Answer

Participating in the crisis response team, identifying at-risk students, and providing grief support resources

Answer

School nurses are integral to the crisis response team during postvention, identifying vulnerable students and coordinating mental health support.

Question 5

A student reports that a classmate has been making threats of violence on social media. The school nurse's appropriate action is:

Accepted Answer

Report the threat to school administration and document the report immediately

Answer

Threats of violence must be reported to administration immediately; the school nurse documents the report and participates in the threat assessment process.

CSN - Certified School Nurse Practice Test

CSN - Certified School Nurse Practice Test

CSN CSN Mental Health & Behavioral Support 2