ATI RN
Psychiatry Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which statement made by a teenage male hospitalized after a failed suicide attempt is most concerning to the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This statement is concerning because it suggests the teenager may still have access to dangerous means (in this case, a gun) and may not fully understand or take responsibility for the gravity of his previous suicidal attempt. The attachment to the gun is alarming.
Question 2 of 5
What would be an appropriate short-term outcome for a patient diagnosed with residual schizophrenia who exhibits ambivalence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Residual schizophrenia can cause ambivalence or difficulty making decisions. Offering simple choices reduces decision-making stress and promotes autonomy.
Question 3 of 5
According to Piaget, which of the following would the nurse consider normal when assessing a 6-year-old?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: At 6 years old, children are typically in the concrete operational stage of development, characterized by logical thinking and enjoyment of problem-solving activities like puzzles.
Question 4 of 5
An elderly patient brings a bag of medications to the clinic. The nurse finds a bottle labeled Ativan and one labeled lorazepam, both of which are to be taken BID. There are also bottles labeled hydrochlorothiazide, Inderal, and rofecoxib, each to be taken once daily. Which conclusion is accurate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ativan and lorazepam are the same drug, so the patient is taking an excessive dose of lorazepam. This requires intervention by the nurse to prevent harm.
Question 5 of 5
When asked, “Why do you go to music therapy every morning at 10?” The nurse explains that the nurse’s role in music therapy as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse's role in music therapy is to note patient verbal and nonverbal expression of feelings. In music therapy, the focus is on using music as a tool to help patients express themselves, connect with their emotions, and communicate their feelings in a non-verbal manner. The nurse's job is to observe and interpret how the patients are engaging with the music and using it as a medium to express their inner thoughts and emotions. This can help in promoting emotional well-being and providing a space for patients to process their feelings in a therapeutic way.
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