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ATI Final Mental Health Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client with insomnia is prescribed zolpidem. When describing the action of this medication to the client, the nurse would incorporate information related to the medication's effect on which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rationale: 1. Zolpidem enhances the action of GABA neurotransmitter. 2. GABA inhibits brain activity, promoting relaxation and sleep. 3. Therefore, correct answer is A: GABA. Summary: B: Serotonin - Not directly affected by zolpidem. C: Dopamine - Not the primary neurotransmitter involved in sleep regulation. D: Norepinephrine - Not directly targeted by zolpidem for sleep promotion.
Question 2 of 5
A psychiatric nurse who works with forensic clients is describing the roles and responsibilities to a group of nursing students. Which of the following would the nurse emphasize as critical before initiating medication therapy for a forensic client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: C: Informed consent is critical before initiating medication therapy for a forensic client to ensure the client understands the treatment, risks, and alternatives. Without informed consent, the client's autonomy and rights may be violated. It is essential for ethical and legal reasons. A: Court order for medication is not necessary for initiating medication therapy, and it does not ensure the client's understanding or consent. B: Determination of not guilty by reason of insanity is related to legal proceedings and does not directly impact the initiation of medication therapy. D: Identification of history for aggression is important for treatment planning but does not address the immediate need for informed consent before medication therapy.
Question 3 of 5
After teaching a group of students about the epidemiology of schizoaffective disorder, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students state which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: It is more likely to occur in women. Schizoaffective disorder is more prevalent in women than in men, with a slightly higher risk in females. This is due to various factors such as hormonal influences and genetic predispositions. Other choices are incorrect: A is incorrect because schizoaffective disorder typically presents in late adolescence or early adulthood, not in children; C is incorrect as the disorder affects individuals of all racial backgrounds; D is incorrect as there is evidence of familial clustering indicating a genetic component to the disorder.
Question 4 of 5
A psychiatric-mental health nurse is integrating Carl Rogers'theory into the plan of care for a patient with a mental illness. The nurse incorporates understanding of this theory by acknowledging that the therapist accomplishes which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Develop unconditional positive regard for the client. In Carl Rogers' theory, unconditional positive regard refers to the therapist's genuine acceptance and support of the client without judgment. This helps create a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship, leading to client growth and self-actualization. Providing validation of terminology (A) may be important but is not the primary focus. Focusing on instinctual drives (B) is more aligned with Freudian theory, not Rogers'. Recognizing basic needs (C) is essential, but it does not capture the essence of Rogers' emphasis on unconditional positive regard.
Question 5 of 5
A 25-year-old legal secretary is seeking counseling because she recently lost her job unexpectedly. Which question would be most appropriate for the nurse to use in assessing the patient's response to losing her job?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because it focuses on the patient's past behavior in response to stress, providing insight into her coping strategies. By understanding how she has dealt with stress before, the nurse can anticipate her current response. Choice A is too focused on the cause of job loss, not the patient's emotional response. Choice B is too narrow, not addressing broader coping mechanisms. Choice C is future-oriented, not addressing the patient's current emotional state.