ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam 1 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is performing an admission assessment for a client admitted to the behavioral health unit. Which social/cultural category will the nurse document that may be contributing to the client's degree of mental illness? (Select All that Apply.)
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Correct Answer: F: B,C,D,E
Rationale: The correct answer includes choices B, C, D, and E because these social/cultural factors can contribute to the client's mental illness. Lack of family support (
B), financial stress and lack of work/housing (
C), discrimination (
D), and a sense of disconnection and lack of support (E) are all external factors that can significantly impact mental health. These factors can lead to increased stress, feelings of isolation, and exacerbate underlying mental health issues. By documenting these factors, the nurse can better understand the client's situation and provide appropriate support and interventions.
Summary:
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Choice A is incorrect as lack of meaning in life is an internal factor and not directly related to social/cultural influences.
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Choice G is incorrect as it oversimplifies the complex interplay of social/cultural factors on mental health and does not address specific client scenarios.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is taking care of a client from a culture different from the nurse's culture. How might the nurse best provide culturally competent care?
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Correct Answer: C: Find out as much as possible about a client's cultural values beliefs and health practices.
Rationale: This choice is the best answer because it emphasizes the importance of individualizing care based on the client's specific cultural background. By taking the time to understand the client's cultural values, beliefs, and health practices, the nurse can provide care that is respectful, tailored, and effective. This approach demonstrates cultural competence and helps to build trust and rapport with the client.
Summary of other choices:
A: While continuing education is important, simply validating knowledge about culture through education may not necessarily lead to the individualized care needed for culturally diverse clients.
B: Knowing what to expect from many cultural groups is helpful, but it does not replace the importance of understanding the unique cultural background of each individual client.
D: Behaving as appropriate for the nurse's culture may not align with the client's cultural beliefs and practices, potentially leading to misunderstandings or ineffective care.
F: This choice is
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client for a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Which statement(s) by the client would require the nurse to notify the health care provider to cancel the procedure? (Select All that Apply.)
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Correct Answer: F (A, D, E)
Rationale: Pacemakers, hip replacements, and prosthetic valves contain metal components that can be affected by the strong magnetic fields of an MRI, risking displacement or malfunction.
Therefore, these conditions necessitate cancellation of the procedure to prevent harm to the client. Anxiety, diabetes, and a history of hip fracture do not pose direct contraindications to MRI and can be managed appropriately during the procedure.
Question 4 of 5
Lasix 50 mg IV. The available vial contains 80 mg/2 ml. What is the dose in ml?
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Correct Answer: F: 1.25 mL
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To find the dose in mL, set up a proportion with the available vial concentration and the prescribed dose. Cross-multiply 80 mg/2 mL = 50 mg/x mL to get 80x = 100. Solve for x to find that the dose is 1.25 mL.
Summary:
A, B, C, D, E: These choices do not provide a calculated answer based on the given information.
G: Although the calculation method used is correct, the final answer provided is 1.25 mL, not the setup explanation.
Question 5 of 5
A baby weighs 10 pounds. How many kg does the baby weigh?
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Correct Answer: F: 4.54 kg
Rationale: The correct answer is F because to convert pounds to kilograms, you multiply by the conversion factor 0.45359237 kg/lb. So, 10 lbs * 0.45359237 kg/lb = 4.5359237 kg, rounded to 4.54 kg. This is the accurate conversion from pounds to kilograms.
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A: The answer is blank.
B: The answer is blank.
C: The answer is blank.
D: The answer is blank.
E: The answer is blank.
G: The calculation in choice G is correct but not rounded correctly, making F the most accurate answer.