ATI RN
psychiatric nurse certification Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with anorexia nervosa. The patient states, 'I am not hungry and don't need to eat.' Which of the following is the most appropriate response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
When a patient is having difficulty making a decision, the nurse has mixed feelings about whether to provide advice. Which principle usually applies? Giving advice
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Giving advice fosters dependence on the nurse and interferes with a patient's right to make personal decisions. It robs the patient of the opportunity to weigh alternatives and develop problem-solving skills. Furthermore, it may contribute to a patient's feelings of personal inadequacy. Giving advice also keeps the nurse in control and feeling powerful.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder. The patient states, 'I don't feel anything anymore. Nothing matters.' What is the priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is working with a patient diagnosed with anorexia nervosa. The patient states, 'I don't feel hungry, and I don't need to eat.' Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder who is in the manic phase. The nurse notices the patient is exhibiting risky behaviors, such as driving recklessly. What is the priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.