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ATI Capstone Mental Health Pre Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which individual is demonstrating the highest level of resilience? One who
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because the individual demonstrates resilience by adapting to the loss of a permanent job through taking a temporary job to maintain financial stability. This shows resilience as they are actively seeking solutions to overcome adversity. A is incorrect as repressing stressors is not a healthy coping mechanism for resilience. B is incorrect as becoming depressed after the death of a spouse indicates a lack of resilience in handling the emotional stress. C is incorrect as living in a shelter for 2 years after a fire is a challenging situation, but it does not necessarily demonstrate the same level of adaptation and proactive approach to adversity as taking a temporary job for financial stability.
Question 2 of 5
Which principle usually applies? Giving advice
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale: 1. Giving advice can create dependency on the advisor. 2. It may hinder the individual's ability to think for themselves. 3. Encouraging self-reliance and problem-solving is more effective. 4. Therefore, giving advice is rarely helpful in promoting independence and personal growth. Summary of other choices: B. Fostering independence would involve guiding individuals to make their own decisions. C. Lifting the burden of decision-making could lead to reliance on external opinions rather than self-reflection. D. Developing feelings of personal adequacy is better achieved through self-discovery and empowerment rather than being told what to do.
Question 3 of 5
A group of students are reviewing information about mental health care after World War II. The students demonstrate understanding of this information when they identify which of the following as a result of the National Mental Health Act?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C, Establishment of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), as a result of the National Mental Health Act. This is because the National Mental Health Act of 1946 led to the creation of NIMH in 1949. NIMH is dedicated to research on mental illnesses and disorders, promoting mental health, and providing resources for mental health professionals and the public. Choice A, Discovery of psychopharmacology, is incorrect as it is not a direct result of the National Mental Health Act. Choice B, Passage of the Hill-Burton Act, is also incorrect as it focused on improving hospital facilities, not specifically mental health care. Choice D, Development of community mental health centers, is incorrect as it was a result of the Community Mental Health Centers Act of 1963, not the National Mental Health Act.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a young adult and determines that the individual has achieved successful resolution of the previous stage of growth and development, evidenced by demonstrating which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Devotion and fidelity. This indicates that the individual has successfully resolved the stage of growth and development according to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. Devotion refers to the ability to form solid relationships and commitments, while fidelity means being able to maintain loyalty and trust in these relationships. These qualities show that the individual has successfully navigated the intimacy vs. isolation stage, which is characteristic of young adulthood. Now, let's analyze why the other choices are incorrect: A: Drive and hope - These qualities are more related to the stage of initiative vs. guilt in early childhood, not the young adulthood stage. B: Direction and purpose - While important, these qualities are more reflective of the previous stage of identity vs. role confusion in adolescence. D: Production and care - These qualities are more associated with the later stage of generativity vs. stagnation in middle adulthood, not young adulthood.
Question 5 of 5
During a staff meeting, a therapist mentions planning to use bibliotherapy with a patient. Later that morning, the patient approaches the nurse and says his therapist just talked to him but that he is having trouble understanding what his therapist wants him to do. When the nurse asks him to clarify his concern, he asks what 'bibliotherapy' really means. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because bibliotherapy involves using books to help individuals understand and cope with emotional or psychological problems. This form of therapy encourages patients to read specific books that address their issues, providing insights and strategies for personal growth and healing. Option A is incorrect as it focuses on listing books rather than actual reading for therapeutic purposes. Option B is incorrect as it misrepresents bibliotherapy as a shopping-related coping technique. Option C is incorrect as it suggests the therapist imparts knowledge rather than utilizing books as the main therapeutic tool.