ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has alcohol use disorder about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the program's basic concepts?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: AA is based on the principle of acknowledging powerlessness over addiction and seeking support.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has a history of violent behavior and has asked the nurse to keep confidential information about the desire to kill several classmates and a school teacher. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate to give?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Duty to warn applies when a client expresses intent to harm others, requiring disclosure to the care team.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and a new prescription for valproate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client about the use of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Valproate is metabolized in the liver, requiring regular liver function monitoring.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a mood disorder to determine his readiness for discharge. Which of the following statements by the client indicates he is ready for discharge?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adherence to medication and awareness of emergency contacts indicate readiness for discharge.
Question 5 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.