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ATI Engage Mental Health Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient is talking to the nurse about her friendship with another person. She comments, 'That person is always there for me, and I am always there for her. We help each other out; sometimes she's helping me, and sometimes I am helping her.' The nurse interprets the patient's statements about her social network as reflecting which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Reciprocity. The patient's statements indicate a mutual exchange of support and assistance between her and her friend. Reciprocity in social networks refers to the give-and-take dynamic where both parties provide help and support to each other. This is evident in the patient's description of their friendship. Incorrect choices: A: Denseness refers to the degree to which individuals within a social network are connected to each other. The patient's statements do not specifically indicate a high level of interconnectedness. C: Social support involves the provision of assistance or emotional support within a social network, but the key aspect of reciprocity is missing in this choice. D: Constraints refer to the limitations or restrictions within a social network that may hinder relationships or interactions. There is no indication of constraints in the patient's statements.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse determines that a client who is experiencing anxiety is using relief behaviors. The nurse determines that the client is experiencing which degree of anxiety?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Severe anxiety. Relief behaviors indicate that the client is trying to alleviate overwhelming anxiety. Severe anxiety is characterized by extreme discomfort and impaired functioning, leading individuals to resort to relief behaviors. Mild anxiety (choice A) typically involves mild uneasiness, whereas moderate anxiety (choice B) involves increased nervousness. Panic (choice D) is characterized by an overwhelming sense of terror and loss of control, which is more intense than relief behaviors suggest in this scenario.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assisting in planning a series of group therapy sessions with several female clients diagnosed with complex somatic symptom disorder. The nurse plans to focus the sessions on which of the following as a priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Assertiveness skills. This is the priority focus because individuals with somatic symptom disorder often struggle with expressing their needs and setting boundaries. Developing assertiveness skills can help clients communicate effectively, improve self-esteem, and reduce anxiety related to their symptoms. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not directly address the core issues of somatic symptom disorder. Understanding the causes of medical illnesses may not necessarily improve the client's ability to cope with their symptoms. Positive self-talk is beneficial but may not address the interpersonal challenges often seen in this disorder. Exploring side effects of medications is important but not as crucial as building assertiveness skills for long-term symptom management.
Question 4 of 5
A 10-year-old child with Tourette's disorder is receiving haloperidol as part of his treatment plan. When assessing the child at a follow-up visit, which statement by the child would lead the nurse to suspect that he is experiencing a side effect of the drug?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. The nurse should suspect a side effect if the child reports feeling sleepy while taking haloperidol. This is because sedation or drowsiness is a common side effect of haloperidol, a typical antipsychotic medication. Sedation can affect the child's daily functioning and quality of life. Choice B is incorrect as maintaining the same appetite is not typically a side effect of haloperidol. Choice C is incorrect as increased muscle flexibility is not a common side effect of haloperidol. Choice D is incorrect as feeling more alert is not consistent with the sedative effects of haloperidol.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is talking to a female client who is a survivor of intimate partner violence. The woman relates that her husband has been told that he has the characteristics of an antisocial personality disorder. The woman also informs the nurse that her husband has an extensive criminal record. The nurse interprets this information and suspects that the woman's husband would most likely demonstrate which behavior?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: A risk for moderate to severe violence with people both within and outside his family. This is because individuals with antisocial personality disorder often exhibit behaviors such as aggression, impulsivity, disregard for the rights of others, and lack of empathy. With an extensive criminal record and being identified as having characteristics of antisocial personality disorder, the woman's husband is at an increased risk for violent behavior towards both family members and others. Choice B is incorrect because individuals with antisocial personality disorder typically lack remorse for their actions. Choice C is incorrect as depression and feelings of inadequacy are not characteristic of antisocial personality disorder. Choice D is incorrect as individuals with antisocial personality disorder may maintain superficial relationships but are not likely to isolate themselves from others purposefully.