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ATI Mental Health Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 4
How should a nurse best describe the major maladaptive client response to panic disorder?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The major maladaptive client response to panic disorder is clients developing compulsions to deal with anxiety. Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, shortness of breath, and dizziness. In an attempt to cope with the overwhelming anxiety associated with panic attacks, individuals may develop compulsions or rituals. These compulsions can vary widely and often serve as a way for the individual to try and regain a sense of control or alleviate their anxiety. This response is maladaptive because while the compulsions may provide temporary relief, they do not address the root cause of the anxiety and can contribute to the cycle of panic attacks.
Question 2 of 4
Carly has been diagnosed with somatic symptom disorder. As the nurse is talking with Carly and her family, which of the following statements suggest primary or secondary gains that the physical symptoms are providing for the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This statement suggests that the physical symptoms Carly is experiencing may be serving as a secondary gain for her. Despite medical tests showing no evidence of a brain tumor, Carly's continued belief that her headaches are due to a serious condition could be providing her with a sense of significance or attention. This belief may also help her avoid dealing with underlying emotional issues or stressors, providing a psychological benefit as well. This points towards secondary gains related to the somatic symptom disorder.
Question 3 of 4
Which of the following statements accurately describes dissociative fugue?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dissociative fugue is a subtype of dissociative amnesia and is characterized by sudden, unexpected travel or bewildered wandering during which the person is unable to recall some or all of their past. This dissociative disorder is typically triggered by extreme psychological stress or trauma. Unlike the other choices, dissociative fugue is intrinsically linked to memory loss and a specific behavior pattern of travel or wandering coupled with amnesia, making choice B the accurate description of dissociative fugue.
Question 4 of 4
A client is exhibiting symptoms of generalized amnesia. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask to confirm this diagnosis? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.