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ATI Mental Health Chapters 2 and 3 Questions
Question 1 of 4
A nurse is preparing an in-service presentation about panic disorders and associated theories related to the cause. When describing the cognitive​behavioral concepts associated with panic disorders, which of the following would the nurse expect to address?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Step 1: Panic disorders involve intense periods of fear and physical symptoms. Step 2: Conditioned response is a key cognitive-behavioral concept where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with fear or panic. Step 3: Through repeated pairings, triggers can elicit panic attacks. Step 4: Personal losses, early separation, and dysfunctional family communication are not specific cognitive-behavioral concepts related to panic disorders.
Question 2 of 4
A nurse is assessing an 8-year-old girl with a mood disorder. Which of the following would the nurse most likely expect to assess?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Behavioral problems. In children with mood disorders, behavioral problems are commonly observed, such as irritability, aggression, defiance, or hyperactivity. This is because children may have difficulty expressing their emotions verbally, leading to behavioral manifestations. Choices A, C, and D are less likely in a primary mood disorder assessment in a child, as they are more indicative of other conditions like anxiety disorders (C) or obsessive-compulsive disorder (D). While children with mood disorders may feel sad, it is more common for them to exhibit behavioral issues as a primary symptom.
Question 3 of 4
The nurse is caring for a family in which the elderly mother has been a victim of abuse and neglect by her 48-year-old son. Which of the following would be most important for the nurse to keep in mind before interviewing the family?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: The nurse must allow the elderly mother to decide if she wants to leave the situation or not. This is important because it respects the elderly mother's autonomy and empowers her to make decisions about her own well-being. By allowing her to decide, the nurse promotes her sense of control and dignity in a situation where she may feel powerless. It also aligns with the principles of patient-centered care and informed consent. Choice A is incorrect because legally removing the son should not be the immediate priority without considering the elderly mother's wishes. Choice B is incorrect as solely focusing on improving self-esteem may not address the safety and protection concerns of the elderly mother. Choice D is incorrect as placement in a nursing home should be a decision made collaboratively with the elderly mother, not imposed without her consent.
Question 4 of 4
A nurse is assisting with mass casualty triage: explosion at a local factory. Which of the following client should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: a client with indications of hypovolemic shock. This is the priority because hypovolemic shock is a life-threatening condition resulting from severe blood loss. In a mass casualty situation, identifying and treating clients with hypovolemic shock promptly is crucial to prevent further deterioration. Clients with massive head trauma (A) and full thickness burns (B) also require urgent care, but hypovolemic shock leads to rapid decline and requires immediate intervention. A client with an open fracture (D) can be stabilized and managed after addressing the more critical condition of hypovolemic shock.