ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam IV Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is a warning sign that someone may be at immediate risk for attempting suicide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Unbearable physical and emotional pain indicates acute distress heightening immediate suicide risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing a thyroid storm. Which of the following findings should the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tachycardia is a hallmark of thyroid storm due to excessive thyroid hormones.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of an adolescent who was recently diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). The parent asks,Is there a medication that can help my child? Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Behavioral strategies are the primary treatment for ODD with medication reserved for comorbidities.
Question 4 of 5
Susan,the nurse is caring for a client who states "I plan to commit suicide." Which of the following assessments should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the lethality and means determines the immediacy of the suicide risk prioritizing safety.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Deep breathing prevents respiratory complications and voice checks detect nerve injury post-thyroidectomy.