ATI RN
ATI Mental Health 1 Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which activity does a correctional nurse not fulfill within the corrections setting?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct Answer: C - Psychotherapy Rationale: 1. Correctional nurses focus on physical health, not mental health. 2. Psychotherapy is typically provided by mental health professionals. 3. Nurses may assess, maintain safety, and document patient progress. 4. Correctional settings prioritize security and medical care over psychotherapy.
Question 2 of 5
What personality disorder is characterized by magical thinking, or the idea that one can influence the outcome of specific events by doing something that has no bearing on the circumstances?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: schizotypal personality disorder. This disorder is characterized by magical thinking, where individuals believe they can influence events through unrelated actions. This is a key feature of schizotypal personality disorder, along with other symptoms such as odd beliefs or behaviors, social anxiety, and eccentricity. A: Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder is characterized by perfectionism, rigidity, and control, not magical thinking. B: Schizoid personality disorder is characterized by social detachment and limited emotional expression, not magical thinking. D: Avoidant personality disorder is characterized by extreme shyness and fear of rejection, not magical thinking. In summary, schizotypal personality disorder is the correct answer due to its specific association with magical thinking, distinguishing it from the other options.
Question 3 of 5
A resource person's function is to give specific answers to specific questions, as a counselor's function is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale for why answer D is correct: 1. A counselor's main function is to provide emotional support and guidance. 2. Listening to a client review feelings related to difficulties allows the counselor to understand the client's emotional state. 3. This understanding helps the counselor provide appropriate support and guidance. 4. Answer D aligns with the core function of a counselor, which is to listen and support clients emotionally. Summary: A: Incorrect. This choice focuses on providing information, which is not the primary function of a counselor. B: Incorrect. This choice pertains to collaborative care planning, not the emotional support role of a counselor. C: Incorrect. This choice refers to a different role, not that of a counselor providing emotional support.
Question 4 of 5
A kosher diet is to the Jewish client as a halal diet is to the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Muslim client. Both kosher and halal dietary laws originate from religious texts (Torah and Quran, respectively). Both require specific guidelines for permissible foods and preparation methods. Muslims follow halal dietary laws, which are similar to kosher laws but have additional restrictions. The other choices (A, C, D) do not have dietary laws similar to kosher or halal, making them incorrect options.
Question 5 of 5
A patient says, "All my life I've been surrounded by stupidity. Everything I buy breaks because the entire American workforce is incompetent." This patient is experiencing a
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: cognitive distortion. The patient is exhibiting cognitive distortion by making extreme and irrational generalizations based on their negative experiences. They are engaging in black-and-white thinking, where they see things in all-or-nothing terms. This type of distorted thinking can lead to feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. Self-esteem deficit (A) would involve negative feelings about oneself, which is not explicitly stated in the patient's statement. Deficit in motivation (C) refers to a lack of drive or desire to pursue goals, which is not evident in the patient's statement. Deficit in love and belonging (D) pertains to lacking social connections, which is not the focus of the patient's statement.