ATI RN
Mental Health Exam 1 Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
How can nurses use informatics and technology innovation in their practice?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because utilizing telehealth services allows nurses to provide care remotely, improving access and efficiency. Telehealth utilizes technology to deliver healthcare services, enhancing communication and monitoring. This option aligns with the use of informatics to improve patient outcomes.
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as avoiding electronic health records limits efficiency, relying on paper records is outdated and inefficient, and ignoring technology trends hinders progress and innovation in healthcare practice.
Question 2 of 5
Which assessment finding for a patient diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness and living in the community merits priority intervention by the psychiatric nurse? The patient
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because missing Alcoholics Anonymous meetings can indicate a potential relapse for the patient, posing a significant risk to their mental health. Attending regular meetings is crucial for maintaining sobriety and managing mental illness. Option A is not a priority as the patient's financial situation is stable. Option C is not an immediate concern as living with other patients in partial hospitalization programs may provide support. Option D, while important for the patient's emotional well-being, does not present an immediate risk that requires priority intervention.
Question 3 of 5
Donald, a 49-year-old male, is admitted for inpatient alcohol detoxification. He is cachexic, has multiple scabs on his arms and legs, and has lower extremity edema. An appropriate nursing diagnosis for Donald along with an expected outcome is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Nutrition: Less than body requirements/Maintains nutrient intake for metabolic needs.
Rationale:
1. Donald is cachexic, indicating severe malnutrition.
2. Multiple scabs suggest poor wound healing due to malnutrition.
3. Lower extremity edema can be a sign of protein deficiency.
4. The nursing diagnosis of Nutrition: Less than body requirements fits Donald's clinical presentation.
5. The expected outcome of Maintains nutrient intake for metabolic needs addresses the goal of improving Donald's nutritional status.
Summary:
A: Risk for injury/Remains free from injury - Not the best choice as Donald's primary issue is malnutrition, not injury risk.
B: Ineffective denial/Accepts responsibility for behavior - Not relevant to the physical health issues presented by Donald.
D: Risk for suicide/Expresses feelings, plans for the future - Donald's symptoms do not suggest a risk for suicide.
Question 4 of 5
When patients diagnosed with schizophrenia suffer from anosognosia, they often refuse medication, believing that:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because anosognosia is a symptom of schizophrenia where patients lack insight into their illness. This lack of awareness leads them to deny or minimize their symptoms and believe they are not actually ill, hence refusing medication. Option A is incorrect because it does not address the core issue of lack of awareness. Option B is incorrect as it introduces an unrelated idea of nurses controlling minds. Option C is also incorrect as it focuses on the fear of side effects rather than the denial of illness itself.
Question 5 of 5
A client visits the clinic and tells the nurse about experiencing chronic stress on the job for the past 3 months. When teaching the client about chronic stress, which of the following would the nurse include as a possible result?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Infections. Chronic stress can weaken the immune system, making the body more susceptible to infections. Stress hormones can suppress the immune response, making it harder for the body to fight off pathogens. Lung disorders (
A), renal disorders (
B), and thyroid disorders (
D) are not directly linked to chronic stress in the same way as infections. Stress is more likely to impact the immune system and increase the risk of infections rather than causing specific organ disorders.