ATI RN
ATI Mental Health 1 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A male arrested for inappropriate sexual contact in a subway car denies the allegation. Upon interviewing the man, the nurse suspects frotteuristic disorder due to his:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because frotteuristic disorder involves non-consensual touching or rubbing against a non-consenting person for sexual gratification. The choice of "Lack of relationships" is correct as individuals with this disorder often have difficulty forming and maintaining intimate relationships.
Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because frotteuristic disorder is not associated with overall aggressive nature, criminal history including robbery, or intense hatred of women. These factors are not specific to the diagnosis of frotteuristic disorder.
Question 2 of 5
Which activity does a correctional nurse not fulfill within the corrections setting?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Correct
Answer: C - Psychotherapy
Rationale:
1. Correctional nurses focus on physical health, not mental health.
2. Psychotherapy is typically provided by mental health professionals.
3. Nurses may assess, maintain safety, and document patient progress.
4. Correctional settings prioritize security and medical care over psychotherapy.
Question 3 of 5
What is a nursing intervention for a depressed client who reports reduced interest and pleasures?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Step 1: Encouraging participation in activities can help the client re-engage in pleasurable experiences, combating reduced interest.
Step 2: Increasing activity levels can improve mood and motivation, addressing symptoms of depression.
Step 3: This intervention aligns with evidence-based practice for managing depression.
Summary:
B: Collaborating with the prescriber is important but not a direct intervention for addressing reduced interest and pleasures in depression.
C: Assisting the client to list positive self-characteristics can boost self-esteem but doesn't directly address reduced interest and pleasures.
D: Scheduling rest periods may be helpful but doesn't specifically target the core symptom of reduced interest and pleasures.
Question 4 of 5
What personality disorder is characterized by magical thinking, or the idea that one can influence the outcome of specific events by doing something that has no bearing on the circumstances?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: schizotypal personality disorder. This disorder is characterized by magical thinking, where individuals believe they can influence events through unrelated actions. This is a key feature of schizotypal personality disorder, along with other symptoms such as odd beliefs or behaviors, social anxiety, and eccentricity.
A: Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder is characterized by perfectionism, rigidity, and control, not magical thinking.
B: Schizoid personality disorder is characterized by social detachment and limited emotional expression, not magical thinking.
D: Avoidant personality disorder is characterized by extreme shyness and fear of rejection, not magical thinking.
In summary, schizotypal personality disorder is the correct answer due to its specific association with magical thinking, distinguishing it from the other options.
Question 5 of 5
A resource person's function is to give specific answers to specific questions, as a counselor's function is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Step-by-step rationale for why answer D is correct:
1. A counselor's main function is to provide emotional support and guidance.
2. Listening to a client review feelings related to difficulties allows the counselor to understand the client's emotional state.
3. This understanding helps the counselor provide appropriate support and guidance.
4. Answer D aligns with the core function of a counselor, which is to listen and support clients emotionally.
Summary:
A: Incorrect. This choice focuses on providing information, which is not the primary function of a counselor.
B: Incorrect. This choice pertains to collaborative care planning, not the emotional support role of a counselor.
C: Incorrect. This choice refers to a different role, not that of a counselor providing emotional support.