ATI RN
Mental Health Final ATI Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Sleep disturbances are often overlooked or undiagnosed due to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lack of training in sleep disorders contributes to underdiagnosis and inadequate treatment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse encounters an unfamiliar psychiatric disorder on a new patient's admission form. Which resource should the nurse consult to determine criteria used to establish this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The DSM-V gives the criteria used to diagnose each mental disorder. It is the official guideline for diagnosing psychiatric disorders.
Question 3 of 5
A student does poorly on the first class exam of the semester. Although there are three more tests plus a final exam that will be given during the rest of the semester, the student believes that he will fail the course because of doing so poorly on the one exam. The student's belief reflects which type of irrational belief?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Catastrophizing involves exaggerating the negative impact of an event, such as assuming one poor exam will lead to failing the entire course.
Question 4 of 5
A psychiatric-mental health nurse is asked to be a guest speaker at a community fund-raising event for mental health services. Which of the following would the nurse emphasize as the primary goal of mental health services?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The primary goal of mental health services is to support recovery and improve the quality of life for individuals with mental illness.
Question 5 of 5
A client believes that their partner is having an internet affair. They are spending most of their time stalking their partner on the internet, hacking into their email and social media accounts looking for evidence. What delusion are they experiencing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Jealous delusions involve irrational beliefs about a partner's infidelity, often leading to obsessive behaviors.