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ATI Mental Health Proctored 2023 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nursing student is assigned to care for a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia. When talking about this patient in a clinical postconference, the student would use which terminology when referring to the patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Person with schizophrenia. This terminology aligns with person-first language, which emphasizes the individuality and humanity of the patient over their diagnosis. It is important to use person-first language to promote respect and reduce stigma. Using terms like "committed patient" (
A) can be stigmatizing and inaccurate, as not all patients with schizophrenia are committed involuntarily. "Schizophrenic" (
B) and "schizophrenic patient" (
C) both label the individual by their diagnosis, which can be dehumanizing and reduce their identity to just their condition. In contrast, "person with schizophrenia" (
D) acknowledges the personhood of the individual first and foremost.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is experiencing moderate anxiety. The nurse encourages the patient to talk about feelings and concerns. What is the rationale for this intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because verbalizing feelings and concerns can help the patient process and understand their emotions, making them feel less overwhelming. This can facilitate problem-solving by breaking down complex issues into smaller, manageable parts. By talking about their concerns, the patient can also receive support and feedback from the nurse, leading to a sense of relief and empowerment.
Incorrect answer explanations:
A: Offering hope may be comforting but does not directly address the patient's current anxiety by helping them process and verbalize their feelings.
C: Focusing on the environment may not necessarily address the patient's internal feelings and concerns, which are key in managing anxiety.
D: While exploring alternatives can increase a sense of control, it may not directly address the immediate need to process and verbalize emotions to reduce anxiety.
Question 3 of 5
After describing the various legislative efforts to address the issue of homelessness in the United States, a nursing instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students identify which of the following as addressing the need for a continuum of care approach?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. This act addresses the need for a continuum of care approach by providing federal funding for homeless assistance programs that offer a range of services to individuals experiencing homelessness. It emphasizes the importance of coordination among various service providers to ensure a seamless transition from emergency shelters to permanent housing.
Choice A: Bringing Home America Act does not specifically focus on homeless assistance programs or the continuum of care approach.
Choice B: Affordable Care Act primarily focuses on healthcare reform and expanding access to healthcare services, not specifically related to addressing homelessness.
Choice C: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act aims to stimulate economic recovery through job creation and infrastructure projects, not directly related to addressing homelessness or providing a continuum of care approach.
Question 4 of 5
The statement"Growth involves resolution of critical tasks through the eight stages of the life cycle" is a concept of which therapeutic model?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Interpersonal. This concept aligns with Erikson's psychosocial theory, which emphasizes the importance of resolving developmental tasks at each stage of life. Interpersonal therapy focuses on relationships and interactions with others, making it the most suitable model for addressing growth through the life cycle.
Choice B (Cognitive-behavioral) focuses on thoughts and behaviors, not developmental stages.
Choice C (Intrapersonal) refers to self-awareness and understanding, not specifically addressing life stages.
Choice D (Psychoanalytic) focuses on unconscious processes and early childhood experiences, not necessarily on resolving tasks through different life stages.
Question 5 of 5
Which statement made by the patient demonstrates an understanding of the treatment of choice for patients managing the effects of traumatic events?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because attending therapy sessions regularly is a key component of treatment for managing the effects of traumatic events. Regular therapy sessions help individuals process their trauma, develop coping strategies, and work towards healing.
Choice B is incorrect as suppressing intrusive memories can worsen mental health.
Choice C is incorrect as keeping busy may serve as a distraction but does not address the root cause of trauma.
Choice D is incorrect as moving in with parents for support is helpful, but therapy is the evidence-based treatment for trauma management.