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ATI Mental Health Proctored Exam 2019 with NGN Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Termination takes place during the resolution phase of a nurse-patient relationship. During the termination process, a patient brings up resolved problems and presents them as new issues to work toward. The nurse interprets the patient's action as indicating which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. During termination, patients may bring up resolved issues as new concerns to prolong the nurse-patient relationship. This behavior can be a sign of attachment or fear of separation. Patients may unconsciously try to maintain connections as a means of security. Choice A is incorrect because it assumes the patient is angry, which is not necessarily the case. Choice B is incorrect as it makes an assumption about the patient's needs without evidence. Choice C is incorrect as it assumes dissatisfaction with therapy, which may not be the reason for the patient's behavior.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is presenting a community educational program focusing on older adults and mental health protective factors. One of the participants asks what the influence of co-parenting one's grandchild has on the mental health of the grandparent. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Step 1: The correct answer is B because research shows that although there may be stresses involved with grandparenting, the positive benefits such as increased sense of purpose, emotional satisfaction, and intergenerational bonding tend to outweigh the negatives. Step 2: Choice A is incorrect because the well-being of grandmothers is not always statistically more significant when they co-parent their grandchildren. It depends on individual circumstances. Step 3: Choice C is incorrect as it generalizes by stating that all white grandmothers experience less well-being when co-parenting, which is not supported by research. Step 4: Choice D is incorrect because it specifies only grandfathers and does not provide a well-rounded view of the influence of co-parenting on the mental health of grandparents.
Question 3 of 5
A group of nursing students is reviewing information about suicide and associated concepts. The group demonstrates understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as the probability that a person will successfully complete suicide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Lethality. Lethality refers to the probability that a person will successfully complete suicide, considering the potential for fatal consequences. This term specifically addresses the severity of the act in terms of its potential outcome. A: Parasuicide refers to non-fatal self-injurious behaviors. B: Suicidal ideation involves thoughts of suicide. C: Suicidality is a broad term encompassing suicidal thoughts, behaviors, and intentions, but it does not specifically address the probability of successful completion. In summary, D is correct because it directly addresses the likelihood of a successful suicide attempt, while the other choices do not specifically focus on the potential outcome of the act.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client with bipolar disorder. The nurse would most likely expect to find a history of which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Panic disorder. Bipolar disorder and panic disorder commonly co-occur due to similarities in symptoms and underlying mechanisms. Both disorders involve periods of intense anxiety, fear, and impaired functioning. Research also suggests shared genetic and environmental risk factors. The other choices (B: Schizophrenia, C: Delusional disorder, D: Posttraumatic stress disorder) are less likely to be found in conjunction with bipolar disorder based on their distinct features and diagnostic criteria.
Question 5 of 5
A client with bulimia nervosa is being treated at an outpatient clinic and is prescribed a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Which of the following would the nurse include when teaching the client about the prescribed medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rationale: - The correct answer is D because monitoring weight changes is crucial in the early stages of SSRI treatment, as weight gain could be a side effect. - A is incorrect because SSRIs do not typically affect fluid intake. - B is incorrect because abruptly stopping an SSRI can lead to withdrawal symptoms and should only be done under medical guidance. - C is incorrect as menstrual irregularities are not a common side effect of SSRIs. Summary: Monitoring weight changes is essential when taking SSRIs to address potential side effects. Other choices are incorrect as they do not align with the usual considerations for SSRI treatment.