ATI RN
Multiple Choice Questions on Psychiatric Emergencies Questions
Question 1 of 5
A confused older adult patient... hit the UAP in the face. Which statement best explains the patient’s action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
Which assessment finding presents the greatest risk for violent behavior directed at others?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A cognitively impaired patient... frantically tries to leave... To intervene with validation therapy, say:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
Which medication should a nurse administer to provide immediate intervention for a psychotic patient...?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A new patient acts out so aggressively that seclusion is required... Nurse’s priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.