ATI RN
ATI Capstone Mental Health Proctored Assessment Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is working with an adolescent girl who describes herself as a 'compulsive overeater' and presents with a history of using food to cope with stress. The nurse decides to use journaling as an intervention for this patient based on the rationale that journaling will help the patient identify which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because journaling can help the patient become more self-aware of her self-perception and responses to stress. By writing down thoughts and feelings, the patient can identify patterns in her behavior and emotions that contribute to compulsive eating. This self-reflection can lead to recognizing triggers for overeating and understanding how stress impacts her eating habits. Choice A is incorrect because it focuses solely on the frequency of compulsive eating without addressing the underlying emotional triggers. Choice B is incorrect as it emphasizes external factors in the daily schedule rather than internal emotional responses. Choice C is incorrect as it involves external behaviors of others triggering the patient's eating behavior, which may not be the primary focus for addressing compulsive overeating.
Question 2 of 5
A client admitted for alcohol detoxification states,"I don't think my drinking has anything to do with why I am here in the hospital. I think I have problems with depression." Which statement by the nurse is the most therapeutic response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct response is A because it demonstrates empathy and encourages self-reflection without invalidating the client's feelings. By acknowledging the client's perspective and gently prompting them to consider the impact of their drinking on their family, the nurse opens up the conversation for further exploration. Option B is incorrect as it dismisses the client's viewpoint and can lead to defensiveness. Option C is also incorrect as it imposes the nurse's perspective on the client and does not consider the complexity of the client's situation. Option D is incorrect as it assumes a causal relationship between the client's life events and drinking without exploring the client's feelings or thoughts.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement made by a patient demonstrates acceptance of criteria required of hospice care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because acceptance of the terminal nature of the illness is a key criterion for hospice care eligibility. By acknowledging that there is no cure for their illness and accepting this fact, the patient demonstrates understanding and readiness for the supportive care provided by hospice. Choices A, C, and D focus on personal preferences and concerns rather than acceptance of the terminal condition, making them incorrect in the context of hospice care criteria.
Question 4 of 5
A client has been admitted to the inpatient psychiatric facility as part of a court-ordered program. The client was arrested numerous times over the past several months for exposing his genitals and masturbating in public in front of an elementary school. The nurse interprets this behavior as reflecting which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Exhibitionism. Exhibitionism involves the intense and recurrent sexual arousal from exposing one's genitals to an unsuspecting person. In this case, the client's behavior of exposing his genitals and masturbating in public in front of an elementary school aligns with the characteristics of exhibitionism. The behavior is deliberate and aimed at shocking or surprising others for sexual gratification. Incorrect Choices: A: Frotteurism - Involves touching or rubbing against a non-consenting person for sexual gratification. This behavior is different from what the client in the scenario is exhibiting. C: Sexual masochism - Involves deriving sexual pleasure from receiving pain or humiliation. This is not applicable to the behavior described in the scenario. D: Voyeurism - Involves observing an unsuspecting person who is naked or engaged in sexual activity. This does not match the client's behavior of exposing himself in public.
Question 5 of 5
Sleep deprivation is considered a safety issue that results in loss of life and property. Psychomotor impairments of sleep deprivation are similar to symptoms caused by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: 1. Alcohol consumption affects psychomotor skills similarly to sleep deprivation. 2. Both can impair cognitive functions, reaction times, and decision-making abilities. 3. Alcohol disrupts sleep patterns, leading to similar impairments as sleep deprivation. 4. Excessive alcohol consumption can result in accidents and fatalities, similar to sleep-deprived individuals. Summary: A: Sleeping in excess of 10 hours does not typically lead to psychomotor impairments like sleep deprivation. B: Misuse of caffeine products may cause alertness but does not mimic the psychomotor impairments of sleep deprivation. D: Working more than 40 hours per week may lead to fatigue but does not directly cause psychomotor impairments similar to sleep deprivation.