ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam N200 Group 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is noted to be pacing on the unit with their hands clenched and mumbling curses. The nurse knows that the initial approach to this client would be to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: speak softly and calmly. A calm non-threatening approach de-escalates agitation and builds rapport. Confronting hiding hands or offering caffeine may escalate the situation.
Question 2 of 5
A 16-year-old client diagnosed with schizophrenia disorder experiences command hallucinations to harm others. The client's parents ask a nurse,Where do the voices come from?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: There is a chemical imbalance of the brain, which leads to altered perceptions. Schizophrenia involves brain chemistry abnormalities causing hallucinations. Medication interactions serotonin alone or hormones are not primary causes.
Question 3 of 5
Which nursing behavior will enhance the establishment of a trusting relationship with a client diagnosed with schizophrenia disorder?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Being reliable honest and consistent during interactions builds trust through predictability crucial for clients with schizophrenia who may struggle with reality.
Question 4 of 5
A 13-year-old is about to take a math test. A nursing assessment reveals mild anxiety. The nurse explains that this level of anxiety.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: is conducive to concentration and problem solving. Mild anxiety can heighten focus and alertness enhancing performance on tasks like tests. It is not pathological contagious or debilitating at this level.
Question 5 of 5
Which should the mental health nurse identify as the priority for a newly admitted client who was involuntarily committed after reports by a co-worker of aggressive behavior?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Client and staff safety is the top priority especially with reported aggression to prevent harm in the immediate environment.