ATI RN
Mental Health Exam 1 Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A school nurse is teaching a class of adolescents about healthy behaviors. Which of the following activities include as a means for preventing anxiety and depression when they are middle-aged adults?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Engaging in physical activity and exercise. Regular physical activity has been shown to have numerous benefits for mental health, including reducing the risk of anxiety and depression. Exercise helps release endorphins, which are natural mood lifters. Additionally, staying physically active can improve self-esteem and cognitive function, both of which are important for overall mental well-being. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because while they are important for overall health, they do not specifically target anxiety and depression prevention in middle-aged adults. Restricting sugar and fat intake, refraining from smoking or doing drugs, and becoming active in local church activities may have their own health benefits, but they are not as directly linked to preventing anxiety and depression as engaging in physical activity and exercise.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse makes a home visit to a client who has dysthymic disorder. Which of the following would the nurse expect to assess?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Low energy. Dysthymic disorder is characterized by persistent low mood, which often leads to decreased energy levels. Individuals with dysthymic disorder may experience fatigue, lack of motivation, and difficulty engaging in activities. Intense concentration (B) is not typically associated with dysthymic disorder, as individuals may have difficulty focusing due to their low energy and mood. Agitation (C) is more commonly seen in conditions such as anxiety disorders, rather than dysthymic disorder. Normal appetite (D) may or may not be present in individuals with dysthymic disorder, as appetite changes can vary among individuals.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client with an impulse-control disorder. The nurse is planning to explain the emotional aspects associated with the behavior as part of the plan. Which of the following would the nurse describe as occurring first before the individual commits the act?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Tension. In impulse-control disorders, the individual typically experiences increasing tension or anxiety before engaging in impulsive behavior. This tension builds up and leads to a sense of urgency to act, overriding rational decision-making. This initial tension is a key emotional aspect that precedes the impulsive act. Remorse (choice A) and regret (choice C) occur after the act, as the individual reflects on their actions. Pleasure (choice D) is experienced during or after the impulsive behavior, but it is not the first emotional aspect that occurs. Therefore, understanding and addressing the tension is crucial in managing impulse control disorders.
Question 4 of 5
A female client is diagnosed with female orgasmic disorder and is receiving treatment by a qualified sex therapist. The client and her partner are being taught sensate focus. Which of the following would the couple be required to do first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Participate in nongenital contact. This is the first step in sensate focus, a technique used to treat female orgasmic disorder. Initially, the couple focuses on non-sexual touching to build intimacy and reduce performance pressure. Option A is incorrect as sexual intercourse is not the initial focus. Option B is incorrect as genital touching is also not the first step. Option D is incorrect as masturbation is not typically part of sensate focus exercises between partners.
Question 5 of 5
A nursing instructor is preparing a presentation on the etiology of Alzheimer's disease. When discussing the role of neurotransmitters in the course of the disease, which of the following would the instructor most likely emphasize?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Acetylcholine. Alzheimer's disease is characterized by a decrease in acetylcholine levels in the brain, leading to cognitive decline. Acetylcholine plays a crucial role in memory and learning. Other neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine are not as directly linked to Alzheimer's pathology. Serotonin is more associated with mood regulation, dopamine with reward and movement, and norepinephrine with arousal and stress response. Therefore, the instructor would emphasize acetylcholine due to its specific involvement in the disease process.