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Mental Health Theories and Therapies ATI Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
For the client considering electroconvulsive therapy, what is the appropriate teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because ECT does use electrical stimulation to targeted areas of the brain, leading to seizure activity and therapeutic effects. Choice A is incorrect because ECT does require informed consent. Choice B is incorrect as ECT is actually used to treat severe cases of major depression. Choice D is incorrect as ECT does not use transcranial magnetic stimulation; it uses electrical currents.
Question 2 of 5
What is the overall priority goal of inpatient psychiatric treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Stabilization and return to the community. In inpatient psychiatric treatment, the main goal is to stabilize the patient's mental health condition and prepare them for a successful return to their community. This involves addressing acute symptoms, improving coping skills, and developing a discharge plan for ongoing support. Maintenance of stability in the community (A) is important but not the primary goal of inpatient treatment. Medication adherence (B) is a component of treatment but not the overarching goal. Better communication skills (D) may be a beneficial outcome but not the main priority in inpatient psychiatric treatment.
Question 3 of 5
When the nurse focuses on a client's specific behavior rather than on the individuality of the client, the nurse is using a strategy of nonthreatening feedback. Which of the following nursing statements are examples of this strategy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it focuses on the specific behavior (throwing the book) rather than making a general statement about the client. This approach acknowledges the client's emotions (anger) while addressing the behavior as unacceptable. This feedback is nonthreatening as it separates the behavior from the individual, allowing for constructive discussion without attacking the client's character or making sweeping judgments. Explanation of why other choices are incorrect: B: This statement makes a sweeping judgment about the client being manipulative without addressing specific behaviors, which can be threatening and unhelpful. C: This statement generalizes the client as irresponsible without focusing on specific behaviors, which may be perceived as judgmental and threatening. D: This statement assumes the client is drug-seeking based on a single behavior without exploring underlying reasons or addressing the behavior specifically, which can be perceived as accusatory and threatening.
Question 4 of 5
A patient expresses a desire to be cared for by others and often behaves in a helpless fashion. Which stage of psychosexual development is most relevant to the patient's needs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Oral. During the oral stage (0-1 year), individuals seek pleasure through the mouth, leading to dependency and a desire for nurturing. The patient's behavior of expressing helplessness and desire for care aligns with the oral stage's characteristics. The other choices are incorrect because: A) Latency stage (6-puberty) involves the suppression of sexual desires, B) Phallic stage (3-6 years) focuses on resolving Oedipus/Electra complex, and C) Anal stage (1-3 years) centers on control and independence related to toilet training.
Question 5 of 5
After formulating the nursing diagnoses for a new patient, what is a nurse's next action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Determining the goals and outcome criteria. After formulating nursing diagnoses, the nurse's next action should be to establish clear goals and outcome criteria to guide the plan of care. This step ensures that the interventions are focused on achieving specific outcomes for the patient's health. Designing interventions (choice A) comes after setting goals. Implementing the nursing plan of care (choice C) is done after determining goals and interventions. Completing the spiritual assessment (choice D) is important but typically not the immediate next step after formulating nursing diagnoses.