ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who delivered a healthy newborn 4 weeks ago calls her provider's office and tells the nurse
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about the baby’s current condition immediately assesses safety and well-being, which is the nurse’s priority. This ensures potential risks, like postpartum depression or infant harm, are addressed first.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the caregiver of a client who has Alzheimer's disease. The caregiver reports that the client awakens at night and wanders. Which of the following strategies should the nurse suggest?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing a lock at the top of doors helps prevent the client from wandering outside, ensuring safety. This is a practical, non-restrictive measure to manage nighttime wandering in Alzheimer’s.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a situational crisis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Identifying thoughts of self-harm is crucial for immediate safety and risk management, making it the priority action. This ensures the client’s well-being is secured before addressing other needs.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is beginning a therapeutic relationship with a client who has paranoid personality disorder. Which of the following strategies should the nurse plan to use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Demonstrating a neutral demeanor helps build trust with a client who has paranoid personality disorder. This non-threatening approach avoids triggering suspicion, fostering a therapeutic relationship.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an opioid use disorder. The nurse should anticipate that the provider will prescribe which of the following medications for treatment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist used in medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder, helping to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms. It’s specifically indicated for this condition.