ATI RN
ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with agoraphobia avoids public places. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gradual exposure helps desensitize the client to anxiety-provoking situations.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with generalized anxiety disorder. Which intervention is most effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Deep breathing reduces anxiety by promoting relaxation and reducing physiological arousal.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client’s level of consciousness and finds the client drowsy but arousable,answering questions appropriately before falling back to sleep. This level of consciousness is best described as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lethargic describes a drowsy but arousable state, matching the client’s presentation.
Question 4 of 5
A client with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) experiences flashbacks. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grounding techniques help clients manage flashbacks by reconnecting with the present.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about lorazepam. The nurse should instruct the client to expect which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dizziness is a common side effect of lorazepam, a CNS depressant. Clients should avoid activities requiring alertness until they understand the medication’s effects.