ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Final Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
When working within the continuum of care, which of the following occurs first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Assessment. In the continuum of care, assessment is the first step as it involves gathering information about the patient's condition and needs. This information guides the subsequent decisions and interventions. Referral (choice A) comes after assessment, when specialized care is needed. Transfer (choice B) occurs if the patient needs to move to a different facility or level of care. Discharge planning (choice D) is the final step, ensuring a smooth transition out of the care setting. Therefore, assessment is the initial and crucial step in the continuum of care.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is planning a counseling session with a group of 'at-risk' adolescents on the topic of drug abuse. Which teaching strategy would be most effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because involving peers in teaching promotes active learning, peer support, and a sense of belonging. Adolescents often respond positively to peer influence and are more likely to engage in discussions and activities when peers are involved. This strategy also fosters teamwork and problem-solving skills, which are essential for addressing drug abuse issues. A, B, and C are incorrect because they focus on passive learning methods such as handing out pamphlets, showing videos, and lecturing with quizzes. These methods may not effectively engage at-risk adolescents or provide the necessary support and interactive learning experience that involving peers can offer.
Question 3 of 5
A group of nursing students is reviewing information about maladaptive anger. The students demonstrate a need for additional study when they identify which condition as being linked to suppressed anger?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Coronary heart disease. Suppressed anger is linked to conditions like hypertension and arthritis due to the negative impact on the body from unexpressed emotions. However, coronary heart disease is more closely associated with chronic stress, unhealthy lifestyle choices, and genetic factors rather than suppressed anger. Therefore, the nursing students need additional study to understand the specific correlation between suppressed anger and coronary heart disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nursing instructor is developing a class lecture that compares and contrasts schizoaffective disorder with schizophrenia. When describing one of the differences between these two diagnoses, which of the following would the instructor include as reflecting schizoaffective disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: It is episodic in nature. Schizoaffective disorder is characterized by a combination of schizophrenia symptoms and mood disorder symptoms. One key difference between schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia is that schizoaffective disorder is episodic, meaning the individual experiences periods of mood symptoms alongside psychotic symptoms. This episodic nature distinguishes it from schizophrenia, where symptoms are typically more continuous. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not accurately reflect a defining characteristic of schizoaffective disorder. Schizoaffective disorder can still involve difficulties with self-care, severe hallucinations, and a high risk of suicide, so these options are not specific enough to differentiate it from schizophrenia.
Question 5 of 5
A client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder tells the nurse that she frequently spaces out. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct response is C: "What's happening around you when this occurs?" This question is appropriate because it helps the nurse gather more information about the client's experiences during the spacing out episodes, which can provide insights into triggers or patterns. It allows the client to describe the context of the episodes, aiding in the assessment and potential identification of stressors or environmental factors contributing to the dissociative experiences. Incorrect answers: A: "Do you feel stressed most of the time?" This answer assumes stress as the primary cause without exploring other potential triggers. B: "Does this frighten you when it happens?" This answer focuses on the emotional response rather than the environmental context, which may not be as helpful in understanding the situation. D: "Do you feel as if you are out of your body?" This answer is more specific and may jump to conclusions about depersonalization, which may not necessarily be the client's experience.