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ATI Mental Health Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
An adolescent client is seen in the emergency department with symptoms of dementia, tremors, and ataxia. The client had been sniffing glue with a friend. The nurse suspects the client's symptoms were caused by poisoning with which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Toluene. Toluene is a solvent found in glue and can cause symptoms of dementia, tremors, and ataxia when inhaled. Mercury (A), lead (B), and arsenic (D) are toxic substances but do not typically present with these specific symptoms after glue sniffing. Mercury poisoning can cause neurological symptoms, lead poisoning can lead to developmental delays, and arsenic poisoning can result in gastrointestinal symptoms. Toluene exposure is associated with neurological effects due to its impact on the central nervous system.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse assign to an AP?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because a client who had a cerebrovascular accident two days ago and needs help toileting can be safely assigned to an AP. This task does not require specialized nursing knowledge or assessment skills. The AP can assist with toileting safely under the supervision of the nurse. Choices A, B, and C require nursing assessment, intervention, or evaluation of the client's condition, which should be done by a nurse. Assigning these tasks to an AP could compromise client safety and proper care.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement demonstrates a well-structured attempt at limit setting?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it clearly states the behavior that is unacceptable (hitting when angry) and sets a clear boundary. It focuses on the specific action and its consequences, promoting accountability. Other choices lack specificity, clarity, or promote stereotypes. Choice B lacks clarity on expected behavior. Choice C lacks specificity and is a command rather than a clear limit. Choice D uses a generalization and promotes a stereotype rather than addressing the behavior directly.
Question 4 of 5
Which event experienced in the patient's childhood increases the risk of the development of behaviors associated with intermittent explosive disorder?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Physically abused from ages 3 to 10. Childhood physical abuse can lead to trauma, emotional dysregulation, and aggression, increasing the risk of developing behaviors associated with intermittent explosive disorder (IED). This chronic exposure to violence can impact brain development, leading to difficulties in impulse control and emotional regulation, key features of IED. Orphaned at age 4 (choice A) may lead to attachment issues but is not directly linked to IED. Being born with a chronic congenital disorder (choice C) is a medical condition and not a psychological factor contributing to IED. Having a parent with obsessive-compulsive disorder (choice D) may influence anxiety levels but is not a direct risk factor for IED.
Question 5 of 5
Which statement made by the patient demonstrates an understanding of the foundational principle of integrative care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step 1: Understanding the foundational principle of integrative care is recognizing the body's innate ability to heal itself. Step 2: Choice A acknowledges this principle by stating that the body can heal itself with the right tools. Step 3: This aligns with the holistic approach of integrative care, focusing on empowering the body's natural healing processes. Step 4: Other choices do not emphasize the foundational principle: - B focuses on the types of care received, not the core principle. - C mentions the source of knowledge, not the principle of self-healing. - D prioritizes curing a specific illness, not the broader concept of the body's healing capacity.