ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health Exam IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 46-year-old African American man is in an outpatient clinic for a physical examination. His blood pressure (BP) is 126 mm Hg, his body mass index (BMI) is 24, and he reports no previous medical problems. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: African American men have a higher prostate cancer risk, with screening (PSA test) recommended from age 45. BP of 126 mm Hg is normal (<120/80 mm Hg), and BMI 24 is healthy (18.5–24.9), so annual visits, weight loss, or hypertension advice aren’t urgent. PSA screening aligns with age and risk profile.
Question 2 of 5
The use of cocaine is higher in which group of people?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hispanic Americans: While substance use varies among populations, Hispanic Americans do not have the highest reported rates of cocaine use. Whites: In terms of drug use by race, White Americans have the highest rates of drug use and abuse. This is likely due to a variety of factors, including socio-economic status, access to drugs, and cultural factors. Asian Americans: Asian Americans typically report lower rates of cocaine use compared to other groups. African Americans: African Americans report lower lifetime use of cocaine, at 8.5%, compared to White Americans (17.6%) and Hispanics (11.1%).
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has hypertension and inquires if there is a herbal supplement that can be used to help lower blood pressure. The nurse should identify which of the following herbal supplements the client can use to help lower blood pressure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Garlic’s allicin relaxes blood vessels, reducing blood pressure, supported by studies in hypertension. Probiotics aid gut health, ginger has weaker evidence, and valerian treats insomnia—not BP. Garlic is the strongest evidence-based option.
Question 4 of 5
An elderly male client is hospitalized immediately after attempting suicide. Which of the following is implemented as a suicide precaution?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Facilitate time alone for the client. Allowing time alone is not appropriate for a suicidal client as it increases the risk of self-harm. Make a no self-harm contract. A no self-harm contract can be part of a suicide prevention plan, where the client agrees to not harm themselves and to seek help if they feel the urge to do so. Administer antianxiety medication: While medication can help with anxiety, it is not a primary intervention for immediate suicide prevention. Prevent family/friend visitation for 48 hours: Preventing visitation can increase feelings of isolation and is not an appropriate intervention for suicide prevention.
Question 5 of 5
An abused pregnant woman gives birth to a baby girl. The nurse should suspect which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Delivery at full term: Abuse and stress during pregnancy are associated with preterm birth rather than full-term delivery. Low birth-weight infant: Abuse during pregnancy can lead to poor prenatal care, increased stress, and health complications, all of which contribute to low birth weight in infants. Adequate prenatal care: Abused pregnant women often receive inadequate prenatal care due to controlling behaviors of the abuser or fear of seeking help. Mother openly seeks help: Victims of abuse often do not openly seek help due to fear, shame, or control by the abuser.