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ATI Mental Health n200 Exam Group 2 Questions
Question 1 of 5
While talking to the school nurse, a child in third grade states, 'My parents are away and I have not eaten for days. I am worried that my parents forgot about me and my little brother.' The nurse would suspect what type of abuse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neglect occurs when a caregiver fails to provide for a child's basic needs, such as food, shelter, clothing, medical care, education, or emotional support. In this scenario, the child's statement about not eating for days and feeling worried because their parents are away suggests a lack of provision for basic needs, indicating possible neglect.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is scheduled to interview a client with histrionic personality disorder. The nurse can anticipate that the assessment findings will include the following. The client:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Histrionic personality disorder (HP
D) is characterized by a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior. Individuals with HPD often display dramatic, flamboyant, or exaggerated emotions and may use seductive or provocative behavior to capture the attention of others.
Question 3 of 5
A severely depressed, sullen client has been taking fluoxetine for 10 days. During the first outpatient visit, the client smiles excitedly and states, 'I feel so much better now.' How should the nurse interpret this behavior change? The:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Antidepressant medications often take several weeks to reach their full therapeutic effect, so it's not unusual for some clients to experience an improvement in mood within the first few weeks of treatment. This recognizes that the client's improvement in mood is a typical response to antidepressant medication and does not automatically suggest any negative outcomes such as suicidal ideation or serotonin syndrome.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement by an Emergency Department nurse indicates accurate knowledge of domestic violence?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Domestic violence is not simply about physical violence but also involves an imbalance of power where the abuser seeks to exert control over the victim through various means, including emotional, psychological, financial, and social manipulation.
Question 5 of 5
When doing an admission assessment of a client with a history of alcoholism, the most important factor(s) to assess is/are:
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: B. Knowing whether they have sought treatment previously can help in understanding their treatment history, what interventions have been tried, and their level of engagement with treatment services. It can also indicate whether they might benefit from continuing with previous successful interventions or trying new approaches. C. This information provides crucial information about the client's current alcohol use and potential withdrawal risks. Understanding when the client last consumed alcohol helps in assessing the severity of their alcohol dependence, the potential for withdrawal symptoms, and the urgency of intervention. D. Understanding the client's coping skills helps in developing a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to their needs. Clients with effective coping skills may have a better prognosis and be more receptive to certain treatment approaches, while those lacking coping skills may require additional support and skill-building interventions. A. Track marks typically refer to visible signs of intravenous drug use, often associated with substances like heroin. While individuals with alcoholism may have comorbid substance use disorders, track marks specifically indicate a history of intravenous drug use, not alcoholism.