ATI LPN
ATI Mental Health PM 2023 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has generalized anxiety disorder and a new prescription for escitalopram. Which of the following should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Escitalopram may initially worsen anxiety as serotonin levels adjust, a common SSRI effect to monitor.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has borderline personality disorder. Which of the following behaviors should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Fear of abandonment and impulsivity are hallmark BPD traits due to emotional dysregulation and identity issues, unlike consistent mood or employment stability.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amantadine 150 mg PO every 12 hr. The available medication is amantadine 50 mg/5 mL syrup. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 15
Rationale: Desired dose (150 mg) divided by concentration (50 mg/5 mL) equals 3, then multiplied by 5 mL equals 15 mL per dose.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a diagnosis of conversion disorder. Which of the following is an expected finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Conversion disorder involves involuntary sensory or motor loss without neurologic cause, distinguishing it from paranoia, somatic preoccupation, or mania.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a history of anorexia nervosa and is refusing to eat. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Offering choices empowers the client, and sitting during meals provides support, encouraging intake without force.