ATI RN
ATI Mental Health n200 Exam Group 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client plans to go to an acupuncturist for complementary treatment of alcoholism. He asks the nurse to explain how acupuncture works. The most accurate response would be 'Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical treatment. The Chinese believe that:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acupuncture is based on the concept of Qi (pronounced 'chee'), or vital energy, flowing along specific pathways or meridians in the body. The insertion of needles at specific points along these meridians is believed to regulate the flow of Qi, restoring balance and promoting healing.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who just received naloxone. Which nursing intervention is highest priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Naloxone administration can rapidly reverse the effects of opioids, potentially leading to the rapid onset of opioid withdrawal symptoms, which may include respiratory depression.
Therefore, close monitoring of the client's airway, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, and heart rate is critical to ensure their safety and stability.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse working with a teen, who has a history of being moody and withdrawn, will make the establishment of a therapeutic alliance a priority because:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acceptance and trust create a sense of safety and security for the client within the therapeutic relationship. When the client feels accepted and valued by the nurse, they are more likely to feel comfortable opening up and engaging in the therapeutic process.
Question 4 of 5
The best action for the nurse to take with a 5-year-old who runs over to another child in the waiting room and slaps her is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing a safe and supportive environment for the child to express and manage their emotions is important. Taking the child to a room with toys allows them to engage in play and express their feelings in a constructive manner.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse has recently set limits for a client with borderline personality disorder. The client tells the nurse, 'You used to care about me. I thought you were wonderful. Now I can see that I was mistaken. You are hateful.' This outburst can be assessed as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Splitting is characterized by viewing people and situations in extremes, either all good or all bad, without recognizing the complexity that usually exists in most circumstances. This black-and-white thinking can lead to rapidly shifting perceptions of others, as seen in the client's sudden change from idealizing the nurse to devaluing them.