ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has late-stage Alzheimer's disease and is hospitalized for treatment of pneumonia. During the night shift, the client is found climbing into the bed of another client who becomes upset and frightened. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Redirecting the client to their correct room is the least restrictive intervention while ensuring safety.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about confidentiality with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Confidentiality may be broken if required by law, such as with a court order.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing an adolescent client who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following client statements is a sign of cognitive distortion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cognitive distortions involve irrational thought patterns, such as all-or-nothing thinking.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to teach a client about his prescription of lithium for the treatment of bipolar disorder. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lithium levels need frequent monitoring at the start of therapy to prevent toxicity.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has cancer and is scheduled for immediate chemotherapy. The client tells the nurse that she wants to try nontraditional treatments first. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exploring the client’s concerns helps build trust and encourages shared decision-making.