ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse asks a client who is suicidal to make a safety contract, but the client declines. Which of the following actions should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A client who refuses a safety contract is at high risk, requiring constant supervision to ensure safety.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a mental health clinic is assessing a client who was brought in by her adult daughter stating that her mother has not been able to leave her home for weeks because she is afraid to be outdoors alone. The nurse should anticipate planning care for managing which of the following phobias?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Agoraphobia is the fear of being in open or public spaces, leading to avoidance behavior.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who is experiencing indications of depression. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A, C, D, E
Rationale: Depression in adolescents often presents with irritability, physical complaints (chronic pain), social withdrawal, and appetite changes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching about electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) with a newly licensed nurse. The nurse should identify that the newly licensed nurse understands the teaching when she states that ECT treats which of the following disorders?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: ECT is most commonly used for treatment-resistant major depressive disorder.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client whose provider will discharge him to an extended-care nursing facility. The client asks the nurse why he has to go "to that place." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encouraging discussion allows the client to express concerns and ensures they are informed about their care plan.