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ATI Mental Health Proctored Exam 2019 Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical records of several older adult patients. The nurse determines that which individual would have the least chance of developing mental health problems with aging?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because being married, having a graduate education, eating nutritionally balanced meals, and exercising regularly are all factors associated with better mental health in older adults. Marriage can provide social support, a graduate education indicates cognitive stimulation, balanced nutrition supports brain health, and regular exercise promotes mental well-being. Choice A is incorrect because having a low education level and limited physical activity increase the risk of mental health problems. Choice C is incorrect as consuming mostly fast food can negatively impact brain function. Choice D is incorrect because although watching what she eats is beneficial, the lack of exercise may increase the risk of developing mental health problems.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with bipolar disorder who is experiencing mania. The client states, I'm just so beautiful. Everyone just stops and stares at how gorgeous I am. Men constantly want to have sex with me. The nurse interprets these statements as indicative of which type of mood?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Expansive. Expansive mood is characterized by grandiosity, inflated self-esteem, and an exaggerated sense of importance. In this scenario, the client's belief of being extremely beautiful and desirable reflects a grandiose and exaggerated self-perception, which aligns with an expansive mood seen in manic episodes of bipolar disorder. Incorrect choices: A: Irritable - Irritable mood is marked by anger, frustration, and hostility, which are not reflected in the client's statements. B: Elevated - Elevated mood is characterized by increased energy and positivity but does not capture the grandiosity and exaggerated self-importance displayed by the client. D: Euphoric - Euphoric mood is an intense feeling of happiness and excitement, which does not fully encompass the grandiose and inflated self-esteem exhibited by the client.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is performing an admission assessment for an adolescent girl with an eating disorder who is being admitted to the psychiatric unit. Which statement would the nurse interpret as most likely supporting the client's diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: "I've never really liked myself." This statement supports the diagnosis of an eating disorder because low self-esteem and poor self-image are common underlying factors in individuals with eating disorders. Adolescents with eating disorders often have negative thoughts about themselves which can lead to disordered eating behaviors. Rationale: 1. Choice A is incorrect because mentioning the father's thinness does not directly relate to the adolescent's own feelings or behaviors towards food and body image. 2. Choice C is incorrect because having a lot of confidence in oneself is less likely to be indicative of an eating disorder, as individuals with eating disorders typically have low self-esteem. 3. Choice D is incorrect because feeling close to family members does not directly suggest the presence of an eating disorder; it is more related to relationships rather than the underlying psychological issues associated with eating disorders.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a 12-year-old boy who has been diagnosed with depression. The client's depression was triggered by the death of his father 2 years ago. The nurse interprets which comment made by the boy as reflecting egocentrism?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because the statement reflects egocentrism, a characteristic of adolescent cognitive development where they believe they are the center of the world and attribute events to their actions or feelings. In choice A, the boy believes his yelling at his dad caused his death, showing a self-centered view of the situation. Choices B, C, and D do not demonstrate egocentrism as they focus on the boy's feelings, understanding of grief, and emotional attachment to his father without attributing causation to his actions.
Question 5 of 5
A group of nurses is in a discussion about the homeless population in their community as a means for developing appropriate programs for this group. Which statement by one of the members indicates a need for the group to address the nurse's stereotypical thinking?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because it reflects a stereotype that homeless individuals are unwilling to accept services, which may lead to biased assumptions and hinder effective program development. This statement implies a lack of understanding and empathy towards the homeless population. A: Choice A is incorrect because it acknowledges the resilience and resourcefulness of homeless individuals, which is not necessarily a stereotype or negative assumption. B: Choice B is incorrect because it recognizes the diversity within the homeless population, which is an important consideration but does not directly address stereotypical thinking. D: Choice D is incorrect because it presents a factual statement about the duration of homelessness but does not address stereotypical thinking or biases.