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Mental Health ATI Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
The following are important legislative and policy efforts influencing current mental health care. Which of the following is the most recent?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Mental Health: A Report of the Surgeon General, as it was published in 1999, making it the most recent compared to the other choices. The Surgeon General's report highlighted the importance of mental health and influenced policy changes. Explanation: 1. A is the most recent among the choices. 2. Published in 1999, addressing current mental health issues. 3. Emphasized the significance of mental health in policy-making. 4. Influenced subsequent legislative and policy efforts. Summary: B: New Freedom Commission on Mental Health was established in 2002, making it less recent. C: Action for Mental Health was published in 1961, making it the oldest choice. D: Mental Retardation Facilities and Community Mental Health Centers Construction Act was passed in 1963, predating the Surgeon General's report.
Question 2 of 5
When a female Mexican American patient and a female nurse sit together, the patient often holds the nurse's han The patient also links arms with the nurse when they walk. The nurse is uncomfortable with this behavior. Which analysis is most accurate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. In many Hispanic subcultures, including Mexican American culture, touch is commonly used during conversation as a form of connection and warmth. This behavior is considered a cultural norm and a way to establish rapport. The patient's actions are likely not intended to manipulate the nurse or control the relationship, as suggested in choices B and D. Choice C assumes the patient's behavior is solely driven by fear of being alone, which may not be the case. Overall, the most accurate analysis is that the patient is accustomed to touch as a cultural norm within Hispanic subcultures, making choice A the correct answer.
Question 3 of 5
Which assessment finding most clearly indicates that a patient may be experiencing a mental illness? The patient
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because reporting consistently sad, discouraged, and hopeless mood is a key indicator of a mental illness, specifically depression. This finding suggests a persistent negative emotional state that goes beyond occasional sleeplessness and anxiety (choice A), the ability to describe differences in perceptions (choice C), or difficulty in making decisions related to job changes (choice D). The persistent nature of the mood described in choice B aligns more closely with symptoms of mental illness, indicating the need for further assessment and potential intervention.
Question 4 of 5
Group dynamics can vary widely and at times members are capable of disrupting the group process. Which of the following participant traits may indicate a need for additional support for a new nurse facilitator? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because a quietly tearful participant expressing suicidal thoughts indicates a serious mental health concern that requires immediate attention and support. This participant may be in distress and at risk of harm, making it crucial for the new nurse facilitator to provide appropriate resources and assistance. Choice A is incorrect because paranoid delusions may not necessarily impact the group dynamics unless they lead to disruptive behavior. Choice C is incorrect as anger alone does not indicate a need for additional support unless it escalates to disruptive behavior. Choice D is also incorrect as being a calm but ineffective communicator may not necessarily indicate a need for additional support unless it hinders the group process.
Question 5 of 5
A client visits the emergency department after she was raped in her apartment. The nurse assesses the client's ability to adapt to the trauma by assessing her social support systems and which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Ability to effectively activate coping strategies. This is crucial in assessing the client's ability to adapt to trauma. Coping strategies help individuals manage stress and trauma effectively. By assessing the client's coping strategies, the nurse can determine how well the client is able to deal with the psychological impact of the rape. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not directly assess the client's ability to adapt to the trauma through coping strategies. Body image disturbance (B) may be a concern but is not the primary focus immediately after a traumatic event. The type of affect reflected in nonverbal communication (C) and the degree of fear response (D) are important but do not directly measure the client's coping abilities. Therefore, A is the most relevant choice for assessing the client's adaptation to trauma in this context.