ATI RN
Mental Health Final ATI Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client believes that their partner is having an internet affair. They are spending most of their time stalking their partner on the internet, hacking into their email and social media accounts looking for evidence. What delusion are they experiencing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Jealous delusions involve irrational beliefs about a partner's infidelity, often leading to obsessive behaviors.
Question 2 of 5
During an interview, a patient attempts to shift the focus from self to the nurse by asking personal questions. The nurse should respond by saying:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should refocus the conversation on the patient's concerns, maintaining a therapeutic focus.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse makes an initial visit to a homebound patient diagnosed with a serious mental illness. A family member offers the nurse a cup of coffee. Select the nurse's best response.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Accepting refreshments helps establish rapport and demonstrates therapeutic use of self. Refusing may hinder relationship-building.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse encounters an unfamiliar psychiatric disorder on a new patient's admission form. Which resource should the nurse consult to determine criteria used to establish this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The DSM-V gives the criteria used to diagnose each mental disorder. It is the official guideline for diagnosing psychiatric disorders.
Question 5 of 5
A psychiatric-mental health nurse is asked to be a guest speaker at a community fund-raising event for mental health services. Which of the following would the nurse emphasize as the primary goal of mental health services?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The primary goal of mental health services is to support recovery and improve the quality of life for individuals with mental illness.