ATI RN
ATI Mental Health n200 Exam Group 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who has just been raped arrives at the Emergency Room. The client is crying, pacing and cursing their attacker. Which is the priority therapeutic statement for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This statement prioritizes the client's immediate emotional needs by providing reassurance, validation, and a sense of safety in a traumatic situation. It acknowledges the client's distress and communicates empathy and support, which are essential for building trust and rapport and facilitating the client's emotional healing process.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is scheduled to interview a client with histrionic personality disorder. The nurse can anticipate that the assessment findings will include the following. The client:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Histrionic personality disorder (HP
D) is characterized by a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior. Individuals with HPD often display dramatic, flamboyant, or exaggerated emotions and may use seductive or provocative behavior to capture the attention of others.
Question 3 of 5
A family describes a client diagnosed with bipolar disorder as being 'on the move.' The client sleeps 3-4 hours nightly, spends excessively, and has recently lost 10 pounds. During the initial client assessment, which response would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mania is characterized by symptoms such as increased energy levels, decreased need for sleep, impulsivity, racing thoughts, and agitation. Disorganized thinking, rapid speech, and an inability to remain seated are common manifestations of manic symptoms.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A father brings his preschool son to the Emergency Department (ED) with multiple bruises and a fractured arm. Which statement by the father would cause the nurse to suspect child abuse? 'He is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This statement raises significant concern for possible emotional or psychological abuse. Comparing the child unfavorably to siblings and implying that the child is not as 'good' as others could indicate a pattern of emotional maltreatment.