ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports bilateral knee pain after hiking this past weekend in the mountains on rough ground. He says he is concerned because his cousin died from bone cancer recently. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should provide reassurance while ensuring proper medical evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
A charge nurse is discussing suicide interventions with nursing staff. Which of the following should the nurse identify as an example of secondary intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Secondary intervention involves direct care during a suicide crisis, such as life-saving measures.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a psychiatric unit is caring for several clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse recommend for group therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clients who have stabilized with medication are appropriate for group therapy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse observes a client sitting alone in her room crying. As the nurse approaches her, the client states, "I'm feeling sad. I don't want to talk now." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Staying with the client provides support without pressuring them to talk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse on the psychiatric unit is assessing a client who has moderate anxiety disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A, D
Rationale: Moderate anxiety is associated with physical restlessness, rapid speech, and increased urinary frequency.