ATI Mental Health Proctored Exam

Question 1 of 5

A nursing instructor is teaching a group of students about intimate partner violence. Which response by the students indicates no further teaching is needed?

A. Alaska Native women report the highest rate of intimate partner violence. B. Caucasian women report the lowest rate of intimate partner violence. C. African American women report the highest rate of intimate partner violence. D. Asian women report the lowest rate of intimate partner violence.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. Alaska Native women do report the highest rate of intimate partner violence. This statistic is important for healthcare professionals to be aware of to provide culturally sensitive care and interventions.

Choices B, C, and D are incorrect statements. While it is essential to understand disparities in intimate partner violence rates among different populations, in this context, the focus is on recognizing the accurate information provided about Alaska Native women.

Question 2 of 5

After 1 week of continuous mental confusion, an elderly African American client is admitted with a preliminary diagnosis of a neurocognitive disorder due to dementia. Which statement would cause the nurse to question this diagnosis?

A. There has been no triiodothyronine or thyroxine level evaluation ordered B. Neurocognitive disorders do not typically occur in African American clients C. The symptoms presented are more indicative of parkinsonism D. Dementia does not develop suddenly

Correct Answer: D

Rationale:

Question 3 of 5

A 10-year-old boy breaks his mother's vase while playing. When the mother asks who broke the vase, the little boy says that his sister did it. The little boy is exhibiting which defense mechanism?

A. Projection B. Displacement C. Dissociation D. Sublimation

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Projection is a defense mechanism where one attributes their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or impulses onto another person. In this scenario, the little boy is projecting his actions onto his sister by falsely claiming she broke the vase. Displacement involves transferring emotions from the original source to a substitute target. Dissociation is a disconnection between thoughts, identity, consciousness, and memory. Sublimation is the redirection of unacceptable impulses into socially acceptable activities.

Question 4 of 5

When discussing the main differences between narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, what should the nurse highlight?

A. Symptoms of the two diagnoses are essentially the same, making it challenging to differentiate between them B. Naps are contraindicated for clients with narcolepsy due to their association with cataplexy C. People with narcolepsy awaken from a nap feeling rested and replenished D. People with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome may experience temporary paralysis during sleep

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Narcolepsy is characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden attacks of sleep, while individuals with narcolepsy often feel refreshed after a brief nap. In contrast, obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is marked by pauses in breathing or shallow breathing during sleep, leading to fragmented sleep and excessive daytime sleepiness.
Therefore, the correct answer is that individuals with narcolepsy awaken from a nap feeling rested and replenished, which is a key distinguishing feature from obstructive sleep apnea syndrome.

Question 5 of 5

While auditing care plans for clients with eating disorders, the nurse realizes that a nursing diagnosis appropriate for a client with anorexia nervosa as well as for a client with bulimia nervosa is

A. Risk for imbalanced body temperature B. Ineffective denial C. Chronic low self-esteem D. Adult failure to thrive

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Chronic low self-esteem is a nursing diagnosis that can be applicable to clients with both anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. These eating disorders are often associated with distorted body image, feelings of inadequacy, and low self-esteem. Clients with these conditions may engage in harmful behaviors related to their self-image, making chronic low self-esteem a relevant nursing diagnosis for them.

Nurselytic

ATI RN

ATI RN