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ATI Mental Health Chapters 2 and 3 Questions
Question 1 of 5
After teaching a group of students about the beliefs associated with the major religions, the instructor determines that additional teaching is needed when the students identify which belief as associated with Confucianism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B. Confucianism does not advocate for a caste system. Step 1: Confucianism emphasizes ethical behavior and social harmony, not caste distinctions. Step 2: People are born good (A) aligns with Confucian belief in innate goodness. Step 3: Respecting authority figures (C) is a core Confucian value. Step 4: Self-responsibility for self-improvement (D) is also consistent with Confucian teachings.
Question 2 of 5
A couple who have a 7-year-old son have been experiencing growing tension and anxiety in their relationship. However, the tension and anxiety between them lessened when the mother began focusing most of her attention on the son. When applying the family systems therapy model concept of triangulation, which of the following would the nurse expect to assess in the child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because in the family systems therapy model, triangulation occurs when one family member involves a third person to reduce tension between two. In this scenario, the son becomes the "third person" and may develop problematic symptoms (such as stress, acting out) due to the increased attention from the mother. This can lead to emotional and behavioral issues in the child. Choice A is incorrect because enjoying attention does not align with the typical response in triangulation. Choice B is incorrect as it focuses on blaming the father, which is not a direct consequence of triangulation. Choice D is incorrect as it implies resentment towards both parents, which is not always the case in triangulation.
Question 3 of 5
During an interview, a patient states, 'I feel so guilty, and I'm so ashamed of what I did.' The nurse interprets this as which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Negative emotion. The patient expressing guilt and shame indicates a negative emotion, as these feelings are typically associated with self-blame and remorse. This suggests the patient may be experiencing distress or psychological burden. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not accurately reflect the patient's emotional state. Positive emotion (B) would be indicated by expressions of joy or happiness. Borderline emotion (C) typically refers to a specific personality disorder, not a general emotional state. Nonemotion (D) implies a lack of emotional response, which is not the case here.
Question 4 of 5
While assessing a client with schizophrenia, the client states, 'Everywhere I turn, the government is watching me because I know too much. They are afraid that I might go public with the information about all those conspiracies.' The nurse interprets this statement as indicating which type of delusion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Persecutory. This is because the client believes that the government is watching them and plotting against them, indicating a delusion of persecution. Grandiose delusions involve exaggerated beliefs of one's importance or abilities. Nihilistic delusions involve beliefs of non-existence or the end of the world. Somatic delusions involve beliefs about one's body being affected in some way. In this case, the client's belief aligns most closely with persecutory delusions, as they feel targeted and threatened by external forces.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing an in-service presentation about panic disorders and associated theories related to the cause. When describing the cognitive​behavioral concepts associated with panic disorders, which of the following would the nurse expect to address?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Step 1: Panic disorders involve intense periods of fear and physical symptoms. Step 2: Conditioned response is a key cognitive-behavioral concept where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with fear or panic. Step 3: Through repeated pairings, triggers can elicit panic attacks. Step 4: Personal losses, early separation, and dysfunctional family communication are not specific cognitive-behavioral concepts related to panic disorders.