ATI RN
Proctored ATI Mental Health Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is working with a forensic client on de-escalation techniques. Which activity would be most appropriate as a grounding physical activity?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Grounding physical activities help individuals focus and stay present. Aerobic exercise, such as jogging or jumping jacks, can help regulate emotions and reduce stress by increasing endorphins. It also promotes mindfulness through rhythmic movements. Drumming (A), while rhythmic, may not provide the same level of physical activity. Rocking in a rocking chair (B) may not be stimulating enough for grounding. Yoga (D) focuses more on relaxation and mindfulness rather than the energizing effect needed for de-escalation.
Question 2 of 5
Which factor isn't likely to attract a patient to complementary and alternative medicine?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because the statement that complementary and alternative medicine is always less expensive than conventional medical treatment is not true. Cost is often a significant factor in healthcare decisions, but it is not the only factor that attracts patients to complementary and alternative medicine. Patients may be drawn to these practices due to a desire for more personalized care (B), a perception of lower risk compared to pharmaceuticals (C), or dissatisfaction with the effectiveness of traditional medicine (D). However, cost alone is not a primary factor in choosing complementary and alternative medicine.
Question 3 of 5
The sleep history of a client experiencing sleep problems reveals that the client ingests a significant amount of caffeine each day. When reviewing the effect of caffeine on sleep with the client, which of the following would the nurse incorporate into the discussion as a caffeine effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Decreased REM sleep. Caffeine is a stimulant that can interfere with the sleep cycle by reducing the amount of REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, which is crucial for restorative functions. Here's the rationale: 1. Caffeine blocks adenosine receptors, which can disrupt the natural sleep stages, including REM sleep. 2. REM sleep is important for memory consolidation and cognitive function, so a decrease in REM sleep can lead to cognitive impairments. 3. Choices A and B are incorrect because caffeine typically increases sleep latency and decreases total sleep time. 4. Choice D is incorrect because caffeine is known to reduce slow-wave sleep, which is the deep, restorative stage of sleep.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to assess a client with a paranoid personality trait. The nurse integrates knowledge of this condition, anticipating that the client's affect and behavior will most likely be which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Angry and hostile. Individuals with paranoid personality traits often exhibit suspiciousness, mistrust, and a tendency to interpret others' actions as hostile or malevolent. This can lead to feelings of anger and hostility towards others. This affect and behavior align with the characteristics commonly seen in individuals with paranoid personality traits. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because paranoid individuals are not typically flirtatious, seductive, fearful, anxious, friendly, or open in their interactions due to their underlying suspicious and mistrustful nature.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assigned to ACT should explain the program's treatment goal as
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because it accurately describes the treatment goal of Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs. ACT aims to provide intensive treatment and support for mentally ill individuals to help them live successfully in the community. This involves a comprehensive approach that includes medication management, therapy, and other services tailored to each individual's needs. Choice A is incorrect because ACT is not solely focused on maintaining abstinence from alcohol and other substances of abuse. Choice B is incorrect as it describes a different type of program for mentally ill patients in need of stabilization, not necessarily those in the community. Choice C is incorrect as it specifically mentions incarcerated inmates, which is not a focus of ACT programs designed for community living.