ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Capstone Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is working in a community mental health center that provides care to a large population of Asian descent. When developing programs for this community, which of the following would be most important for the nurse to address?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Label avoidance. In Asian cultures, there is a strong emphasis on saving face and avoiding labels related to mental health issues. This can lead individuals to avoid seeking help or disclosing their struggles to others. Addressing label avoidance is crucial in order to reduce barriers to accessing mental health services within the Asian community. Incorrect choices: A: Public stigma - While public stigma is important to address, the focus should be on understanding and addressing the specific cultural factors that contribute to stigma within the Asian community. B: Self-stigma - While self-stigma is significant, addressing label avoidance can help individuals overcome internalized stigma by creating a more accepting environment. D: Negative life events - While negative life events can impact mental health, addressing label avoidance is more essential in this context to ensure individuals feel comfortable seeking help despite these challenges.
Question 2 of 5
When engaged in rational emotive behavior therapy, which of the following would be addressed during the activating event sequence?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rationale: In rational emotive behavior therapy, the activating event sequence involves identifying the activating event, the beliefs triggered, and the emotional and behavioral consequences. Choice B, assessing the consequences of the problem, is correct as it helps the individual understand the impact of their beliefs and emotions. This step is crucial in identifying irrational beliefs and challenging them. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not specifically address the consequences of the activating event, which is essential in the context of REBT. Choice A focuses on beliefs and consequences, but fails to emphasize the assessment of consequences like choice B. Choice C refers to working through a process, which is too vague and does not specifically target the consequences. Choice D is about preparing the patient to strengthen rational beliefs, which comes after addressing the consequences in the therapy process.
Question 3 of 5
While assessing an older adult, the nurse allows ample time for the patient to respond based on the understanding of which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct Answer: A Rationale: 1. Allowing ample time for the older adult to respond acknowledges the possible cognitive changes that may come with aging. 2. It promotes effective communication and respects the individual's autonomy. 3. It helps reduce the risk of miscommunication and misunderstanding. 4. It enhances the nurse's ability to gather accurate information and provide appropriate care. Summary: B: This choice assumes irreversible memory impairment without evidence, leading to premature judgment. C: Decreased cerebral oxygen flow is not necessarily related to the need for ample time in communication with older adults. D: Weighing pros and cons of perceived risk is not directly related to the need for ample time in communication with older adults.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 30-year-old white man whose wife has recently died. The patient has been diagnosed with clinical depression and is demonstrating insufficient coping skills. Which action by the nurse would be most important?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because asking the patient if he is thinking about killing himself is crucial in assessing suicide risk, which is a primary concern in cases of clinical depression. This step allows the nurse to evaluate the patient's safety and take appropriate measures to prevent self-harm. Referring the patient for long-term psychotherapy (A) is important but not the most immediate concern in ensuring the patient's safety. Determining the patient's risk of psychosis (B) is not as relevant in this scenario as addressing the immediate risk of suicide. While understanding the patient's family history of depression (C) may provide context, it does not directly address the patient's current safety and well-being.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing a presentation for family members of clients who have been diagnosed with depression. When describing the family response to depression, which of the following would the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct Answer: B - Depression in one family member affects the entire family. Rationale: 1. Depression impacts the dynamics and functioning of the entire family due to changes in communication, relationships, and daily routines. 2. Family members may experience emotional distress, guilt, and frustration when trying to support the depressed individual. 3. The family system may adapt to accommodate the depressed member, leading to role changes and increased stress. 4. This choice accurately reflects the systemic nature of depression within the family unit. Summary of Incorrect Choices: A: Family members may struggle to fully understand the extent of depression's impact, as it can be complex and multifaceted. C: While abuse can occur in some families, it is not a universal response to depression and should not be generalized. D: Depression can affect individuals of all ages and genders, and problems within families are not limited to a specific demographic group.