ATI RN
ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder is experiencing a severe depressive episode. Which client behavior would alert the nurse to the highest priority intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Statements of hopelessness like “There is no future ” indicate potential suicidal ideation requiring immediate intervention to assess and ensure safety.
Choice A (social withdrawal) is common but less urgent.
Choice B (medication refusal) is concerning but not immediately life-threatening.
Choice C (agitation) requires intervention but is less critical than suicide risk.
Question 2 of 5
The spouse of a client who is diagnosed with an alcohol use disorder requests information from the nurse about support groups to help the family cope with the effects of the client's drinking on the family. Which statement by the spouse would suggest the teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Al-Anon is designed for family members of those with alcohol use disorder offering support and coping strategies.
Choice A is incorrect as AA closed meetings are for alcoholics only.
Choice B is incorrect as family support is beneficial regardless of the client’s readiness.
Choice D is incorrect as Al-Anon specifically supports families not just the client.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of substance abuse is admitted. Which assessment tool should the nurse use to evaluate withdrawal risk?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: CIWA-Ar assesses alcohol withdrawal severity guiding treatment.
Choice A screens for alcohol use disorder.
Choice C evaluates movement disorders.
Choice D assesses depression not withdrawal.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parents of a school-age child who has ADHD about atomoxetine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atomoxetine should be taken in the morning to avoid insomnia.
Choice A is incorrect as it reduces hyperactivity.
Choice C is unrelated to infection risk.
Choice D is incorrect as weight loss not gain is a side effect.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is educating clients about recovery from alcohol abuse. Which statement by the client indicates that learning has occurred?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This statement indicates that the client understands the nature of recovery from alcohol abuse. Recovery is indeed a lifelong process that involves continuous effort and commitment. Recognizing that recovery comes in steps shows that the client is aware of the ongoing nature of the process and the need for sustained effort and support.
Choice B is incorrect because detoxification is only the initial step not the entirety of recovery.
Choice C is incorrect as the goal is sobriety not just reducing drinking.
Choice D while true does not fully capture the comprehensive understanding of recovery’s lifelong nature.