ATI RN
Mental Health Practice Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 4
A 20-year-old man arrives at the emergency department by ambulance. He is unconscious, with slow respirations and pinpoint pupils. There are 'tracks' visible on his arms. The friend who came with him reports that the client had just 'shot up' heroin when he became unconscious. Which medication would the nurse most likely expect to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Naloxone. Naloxone is a medication used to reverse opioid overdose by blocking opioid receptors in the brain. In this case, the man's symptoms of slow respirations and pinpoint pupils are indicative of opioid overdose. Naloxone can quickly restore normal breathing and consciousness. Naltrexone (B) is used for opioid addiction treatment but not for acute overdose reversal. Bupropion (C) is an antidepressant and smoking cessation aid, not indicated for opioid overdose. Varenicline (D) is a smoking cessation aid and is not used for opioid overdose reversal.
Question 2 of 4
A new graduate nurse is considering taking a job that focuses on meeting the mental health needs of homeless populations. During the graduate nurse's pre-employment interview, the graduate nurse asks the interviewer what characteristics are common in this population. Which response by the interviewer would be most likely?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because homeless populations come from diverse backgrounds and often face chronic illnesses and unemployment. This response acknowledges the variability within the homeless population and highlights common challenges they may face. Option A makes assumptions about education and employment, which are not necessarily true for all homeless individuals. Option C stereotypes the population as having squandered their resources, which is not accurate for everyone. Option D incorrectly focuses on elderly individuals and downplays the prevalence of addiction and mental illness among the homeless. Overall, choice B provides a balanced and realistic view of the characteristics commonly found in homeless populations.
Question 3 of 4
A nursing student expresses concerns that mental health nurses 'lose all their clinical nursing skills.' Select the best response by the mental health nurse.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because psychiatric nurses require complex communication skills and critical thinking to assess, support, and intervene effectively with patients experiencing mental health issues. This is crucial for building therapeutic relationships and promoting recovery. Choice A is incorrect because the safety of the environment does not determine the need for clinical skills. Choice C is incorrect as mental health nursing typically involves more therapeutic communication than the use of high-tech equipment. Choice D is incorrect because psychiatric nurses often work with individuals experiencing significant emotional pain and distress, requiring a high level of clinical skill and empathy.
Question 4 of 4
A nurse is planning care for a client with a sealed radiation implant who is to remain in the hospital for 1 week. Which of the following should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale for the correct answer B: 1. Wearing a dosimeter film badge helps monitor the nurse's radiation exposure. 2. This is important as the nurse will be in close proximity to the client with the radiation implant. 3. The badge will measure the nurse's radiation exposure levels to ensure they are within safe limits. 4. This precaution is crucial to protect the nurse's health during the client's stay. Summary of why other choices are incorrect: A: Removing dirty linens does not directly relate to radiation safety for the nurse. C: Limiting client visits does not address the nurse's radiation exposure. D: Ensuring family members stay 3 feet away does not protect the nurse from radiation exposure.