ATI RN
Mental Health Final ATI Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A psychiatric-mental health nurse is working on an inpatient unit that uses a privilege system. The nurse understands that this intervention integrates which group of theories?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Privilege systems are based on behavioral theories, which use reinforcement to modify behavior.
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
Riley refuses to attend therapeutic groups while in the hospital. The nurse listens to Riley's comments and plans to speak to the interdisciplinary team counselor about Riley's concerns. What does this situation represent, relative to the nurse"“client interaction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team reflects professional sharing in care planning.
Question 4 of 5
Substance abuse is often present in people diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Laura, a 28-year-old with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, drinks alcohol instead of taking her prescribed medications. The nurse caring for this patient recognizes that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Substance use in bipolar disorder is often an attempt to self-medicate symptoms of mania or depression.
Question 5 of 5
An adolescent client tells the nurse that he or she occasionally 'sniffs airplane glue.' When discussing the effects of long-term use of inhalants, which of the following would the nurse most likely include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Long-term use of inhalants can cause severe brain damage and cognitive abnormalities due to the toxic effects on the nervous system.