ATI RN
Behavioral Health Certification for Nurses Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which technique will best communicate to a patient that the nurse is interested in listening?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Restating allows the patient to validate the nurse's understanding of what has been communicated. Restating is an active listening technique. Judgments should be suspended in a nurse-patient relationship. Close-ended questions such as 'Did you feel angry?' ask for specific information rather than showing understanding. When the nurse simply states that he or she understands the patient's words, the patient has no way of measuring the understanding.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder who is in the manic phase. The patient exhibits impulsive behavior and makes rash decisions. What is the priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia who is experiencing delusions. The patient says, 'I am being followed by the police. They are going to arrest me.' Which is the best nursing response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is working with a patient diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder. The patient reports excessive worry about work, family, and health. Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse assesses an older adult patient brought to the emergency department by a family member. The patient was wandering outside saying, 'I can't find my way home.' The patient is confused and unable to answer questions. Select the nurse's best action.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: When the patient (primary source) is unable to provide information, secondary sources should be used, in this case, the family member. Later, more data may be obtained from other information sources familiar with the patient. An advanced practice nurse is not needed for this assessment; it is within the scope of practice of the staff nurse. Calling a mental health advocate is unnecessary.