ATI RN
Proctored ATI Mental Health Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which factor isn't likely to attract a patient to complementary and alternative medicine?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because the statement that complementary and alternative medicine is always less expensive than conventional medical treatment is not true. Cost is often a significant factor in healthcare decisions, but it is not the only factor that attracts patients to complementary and alternative medicine. Patients may be drawn to these practices due to a desire for more personalized care (B), a perception of lower risk compared to pharmaceuticals (C), or dissatisfaction with the effectiveness of traditional medicine (D). However, cost alone is not a primary factor in choosing complementary and alternative medicine.
Question 2 of 5
What should the nurse do to locate credible sources of research in order to practice evidence-based interventions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because accessing professional databases like CINAHL ensures access to peer-reviewed research articles and studies. These databases are specifically designed to provide credible and evidence-based information for healthcare professionals. Asking a supervisor (A) may be helpful but may not guarantee access to reputable sources. Performing a Wikipedia search (C) is not recommended as it is not a reliable source for evidence-based practice. Asking a librarian (D) may be useful in guiding the nurse on how to effectively search and utilize professional databases like CINAHL, but the nurse should ultimately rely on accessing these databases directly for credible sources.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse reviews a client's record in preparation for client care. This action is one of the tasks that occur in a phase of the nurse-client relationship. What is the purpose of this phase?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because the phase of the nurse-client relationship involving reviewing the client's record is the orientation phase. In this phase, the nurse gathers information about the client's diagnosis, health history, and current care needs to understand the client's situation. This phase focuses on setting goals, exploring attitudes, and establishing a plan of care based on the client's needs. It is essential for the nurse to understand the client's diagnosis to provide effective care. Choice A (Getting to know each other and establishing trust) is typically associated with the initial phase of the relationship, not specifically related to reviewing records. Choice B (Implementing nursing interventions to achieve outcomes) is part of the working phase, where interventions are carried out. Choice C (Achievement of independence and maintenance of health without nursing care) is more aligned with the termination phase, where the client achieves independence.
Question 4 of 5
Walking down the aisle of a local grocery store, a nurse encounters a client the nurse has recently cared for on an inpatient psychiatric setting. Which is the appropriate reaction by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because making eye contact and responding if the client engages maintains professionalism and acknowledges the client's presence without compromising confidentiality. It shows respect and empathy, which are important in nursing practice. A: Inquiring about the client's well-being can breach confidentiality and may not be appropriate in a public setting. B: Ignoring the client can be seen as rude and may harm the therapeutic relationship. C: Talking to the client without using names may still breach confidentiality and does not fully acknowledge the client's presence.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assigned to ACT should explain the program's treatment goal as
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because it accurately describes the treatment goal of Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs. ACT aims to provide intensive treatment and support for mentally ill individuals to help them live successfully in the community. This involves a comprehensive approach that includes medication management, therapy, and other services tailored to each individual's needs. Choice A is incorrect because ACT is not solely focused on maintaining abstinence from alcohol and other substances of abuse. Choice B is incorrect as it describes a different type of program for mentally ill patients in need of stabilization, not necessarily those in the community. Choice C is incorrect as it specifically mentions incarcerated inmates, which is not a focus of ACT programs designed for community living.