ATI RN
Behavioral Health Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing manifestations of anxiety. The nurse should recognize which of the following statements about the neurophysiologic manifestations of anxiety as correct?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: The amygdala-centered (ACC) circuit of the brain is associated with feelings of panic. The amygdala is a key structure in the brain's emotional processing and is involved in the generation of fear responses, including panic. When a person experiences anxiety, the amygdala is activated, leading to increased feelings of panic. This is why understanding the role of the amygdala in anxiety is important for nurses caring for anxious clients. Summary of other choices: B: Incorrect. The amygdala is associated with feelings of panic, not just apprehension. C: Incorrect. The CSTC circuit is not specifically associated with phobias but plays a role in various cognitive functions. D: Incorrect. The CSTC circuit is not primarily associated with feelings of fear but is involved in motor control and decision-making processes.
Question 2 of 5
A team of providers, nurses, social workers, and counselors work together to provide care for a client with a substance use disorder. Which of the following names describes this group of clinicians?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Interdisciplinary team. This group of clinicians consists of members from different disciplines working together to provide holistic care for the client. They bring their unique expertise to address the complex needs of the client with a substance use disorder. The other choices are incorrect because: A) Tactical team typically refers to a group focused on specific strategies or actions; C) Triage team is usually responsible for quickly assessing and prioritizing patients based on their needs in emergency situations; D) Collaborative team implies working together, but it doesn't specifically emphasize the integration of different disciplines.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is discussing common misconceptions regarding clients who have substance use disorder. The nurse should include which of the following as a potential negative result of providers believing that addiction is the client's own fault?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because if providers believe addiction is the client's fault, they may deny care or provide poor quality care due to judgment or bias. This can lead to negative outcomes for the client, such as lack of access to proper treatment or support. Choice B is incorrect as it assumes the client's behavior will change drastically due to provider beliefs. Choice C is incorrect as it suggests providers will abuse substances themselves, which is not directly related to their beliefs about addiction. Choice D is incorrect as it focuses on the client's treatment preference rather than the provider's actions and beliefs impacting the client's care.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is meeting with a new client at a substance use disorder clinic. During the meeting, the client states that they have been using cocaine at least once daily for the past 6 months. The nurse is collecting which of the following types of data from the client's account?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Subjective. Subjective data is information provided by the client, based on their personal experiences and feelings. In this scenario, the client's statement about using cocaine daily is their personal account, making it subjective data. The nurse is gathering this information directly from the client's perspective. Summary: B: Secondary data refers to information collected from sources other than the client, such as medical records or research studies. C: Historical data pertains to past events and may include information about the client's substance use history, but it does not capture the client's current experiences as directly as subjective data. D: Objective data is measurable and observable, typically collected through physical assessments or laboratory tests. In this case, the client's statement about cocaine use is not objective data as it is based on their personal account.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is assessing a client who has a personality disorder and reports that they recently used illicit drugs. Which of the following screening tools should the nurse use to determine if the client has recently used an illicit substance?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Toxicology test. This test directly screens for the presence of illicit substances in the client's system, providing objective evidence of recent drug use. It is essential in the emergency department setting to determine the client's current physiological state accurately. Other choices are incorrect because: B: MMPI and C: Eysenck Personality Inventory are psychological assessment tools that focus on personality traits and psychopathology, not substance use. D: Personality Diagnostic Questionnaire is used to assess personality disorders, not substance use. Therefore, the toxicology test is the most appropriate tool in this scenario to determine recent illicit drug use.