ATI RN
Behavioral Health Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A community health nurse visits the home of a child, age 11, to investigate frequent school absences. The nurse finds the child caring for three siblings, all younger than age 4. Both parents are at work. The child says, 'I want to go to school regularly, but when my mother has to work, I watch the kids. We can’t afford a babysitter. It doesn’t matter anyway. I’m too dumb to learn much. I don’t have friends at school, probably because I don’t deserve any.' What preliminary assessment can be made?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is talking with a patient, and 5 minutes remain in the session. The patient has been silent most of the session. Another patient comes to the door of the room, interrupts, and says to the nurse, "I really need to talk to you." The nurse should
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because the nurse needs to set boundaries and manage the time effectively. By informing the interrupting patient that the current session has 5 more minutes, the nurse acknowledges their needs while also respecting the ongoing session. This approach maintains the integrity of the therapeutic relationship with the current patient and ensures a smooth transition to address the interrupting patient's concerns. Choice A is incorrect as it may disrupt the current patient's session and compromise confidentiality. Choice B is not ideal as it dismisses the interrupting patient without acknowledging their needs. Choice C is also incorrect as it prioritizes the interrupting patient over the ongoing session, which can be disrespectful and unprofessional.
Question 3 of 5
A patient says, "I've done a lot of cheating and manipulating in my relationships." Select a nonjudgmental response by the nurse.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: "How do you feel about that?" because it encourages the patient to explore their feelings and thoughts without judgment. This response shows empathy and helps the patient open up about their behavior. Incorrect choices: B: "I am glad that you realize this." - This response may come off as insincere or patronizing. C: "That's not a good way to behave." - This response is judgmental and may make the patient defensive. D: "Have you outgrown that type of behavior?" - This response implies that the behavior is in the past and may not address the patient's current feelings or struggles.
Question 4 of 5
Recognizing the frequency of depression among the American population, the nurse should advocate for which mental health promotion intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because regular depression screening for adolescent and teenage students can help identify symptoms early and provide timely intervention. This is crucial in addressing depression, which is prevalent among young populations. A: While discussing depression in school health classes is beneficial, screening is more proactive in identifying individuals at risk. C: Increasing depression hotlines is important but may not reach all individuals, especially those who may not seek help. D: Encouraging senior centers to provide information is valuable but may not directly address the needs of adolescents and teenagers.
Question 5 of 5
Which question should the nurse ask when assessing for what Sullivan's Interpersonal Theory identifies as the most painful human condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because loneliness is considered the most painful human condition according to Sullivan's Interpersonal Theory. Loneliness stems from a lack of meaningful connections with others, leading to emotional distress. Asking about loneliness helps assess the individual's interpersonal relationships and emotional well-being. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not directly address the core concept of loneliness as the most painful human condition in Sullivan's theory.