ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2023 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client with schizophrenia and substance abuse disorder is admitted to a detoxification program. The client has been prescribed neuroleptic medications for schizophrenia. When caring for this client, the nurse would implement interventions to reduce the client's risk for relapse, integrating knowledge that relapse frequently is secondary to which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Medication non-adherence. In clients with schizophrenia and substance abuse disorder, medication non-adherence is a common cause of relapse. Neuroleptic medications are crucial in managing schizophrenia symptoms, and stopping or not taking them as prescribed can lead to symptom exacerbation and relapse. Poor social skills (choice
A) and lack of vocational skills (choice
B) can contribute to challenges in managing the disorders but are not direct causes of relapse. Dysfunctional family systems (choice
D) can impact the client's support system but are not the primary reason for relapse in this scenario.
Question 2 of 5
A group of nursing students is reviewing information about the course of aging in future older adults and qualities that contribute to successful aging. The students demonstrate understanding of this information when they identify which of the following as least important?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Physical health. Successful aging is not solely dependent on physical health, as individuals can still age successfully despite some physical health challenges. Capacity to adapt to change, engagement in life, and stability with reliable social support are key qualities that contribute significantly to successful aging. Adapting to changes helps individuals cope with life transitions, staying engaged in life promotes mental well-being, and having stable social support enhances overall quality of life.
Therefore, physical health, while important, is considered least important compared to the other qualities in contributing to successful aging.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is explaining recovery to the family of a patient diagnosed with a mental disorder. Which statement would be most appropriate for the nurse to include about this process?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because recovery in mental health focuses on helping the patient live a meaningful life to their fullest potential. This statement aligns with the recovery model which emphasizes empowerment, hope, and self-determination.
Choice A is incorrect as recovery is not always a linear process.
Choice B is incorrect as recovery involves addressing various aspects of the individual's life, not just emotions.
Choice D is incorrect because while peer support and self-acceptance are essential, they are not the sole focus of the recovery process. Overall, choice C best reflects the holistic approach to mental health recovery.
Question 4 of 5
What is the order of Maslow's hierarchy of needs, from lower level to upper level?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct order of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is A: physiological, safety/security, belonging and love/social, esteem, self-actualization. This order follows Maslow's theory that individuals must satisfy lower level needs before progressing to higher level needs. Physiological needs like food and water are the most basic and must be met first, followed by safety/security needs. Belonging and love/social needs come next, then esteem needs such as recognition and respect, leading to self-actualization, the highest level of realizing one's potential.
Choice B is incorrect as it starts with esteem and self-actualization, skipping physiological and safety needs.
Choice C is incorrect as it starts with belonging and love/social needs, skipping physiological, safety, and esteem needs.
Choice D is incorrect as it starts with safety/security, skipping physiological needs and has a different order of esteem and belonging needs.
Question 5 of 5
An adolescent asks a nurse conducting an assessment interview, "Why should I tell you anything? You'll just tell my parents whatever you find out." Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because it acknowledges the adolescent's concerns about privacy while also emphasizing the importance of safety and appropriate reporting. By mentioning that certain information, like suicidal thoughts, must be shared with the treatment team, the nurse maintains transparency and prioritizes the well-being of the adolescent. This response respects confidentiality while also upholding ethical and legal obligations to ensure the adolescent's safety.
Choice A is incorrect because it inaccurately states that information shared with the nurse is completely confidential, which may not be the case in situations involving potential harm to the individual or others.
Choice B is incorrect because it dismisses the adolescent's concerns about privacy and does not address the specific issue of mandatory reporting for certain serious matters.
Choice D is incorrect because it does not address the core issue raised by the adolescent and may come across as judgmental or dismissive of their feelings and concerns.