ATI RN
ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with alcohol use disorder is at risk for Wernicke’s encephalopathy. Which intervention is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Thiamine deficiency causes Wernicke’s encephalopathy so high-dose thiamine is critical.
Choice B is irrelevant to prevention.
Choice C does not address thiamine needs.
Choice D is important but secondary to thiamine administration.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse observes dental deterioration when assessing a client diagnosed with Bulimia Nervosa. Which best explains this assessment finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stomach acid from vomiting erodes tooth enamel causing dental deterioration.
Choice A is unrelated to dental damage.
Choice B is secondary.
Choice C affects bones not teeth directly.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parents of a school-age child who has ADHD about atomoxetine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atomoxetine should be taken in the morning to avoid insomnia.
Choice A is incorrect as it reduces hyperactivity.
Choice C is unrelated to infection risk.
Choice D is incorrect as weight loss not gain is a side effect.
Question 4 of 5
A client with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) reports nightmares. Which response by the nurse is most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Exploring nightmares builds trust and informs treatment.
Choice B dismisses the client’s distress.
Choice C is impractical and harmful.
Choice D is misleading as medication may not immediately resolve nightmares.
Question 5 of 5
A fifteen-year-old was referred to the adolescent mental health clinic after being arrested for prostitution. The client's parents reported that they have run away several times and are abusive towards them. The nurse should anticipate that the diagnosis will be:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Conduct Disorder involves persistent behavior violating societal norms such as running away and illegal activities like prostitution matching the scenario.
Choice A (depression) may cause irritability but not typically severe antisocial behavior.
Choice B (OD
D) involves defiance but not the extent of rule-breaking seen here.
Choice D (AS
D) affects social interaction but not typically with aggressive rule-violating behaviors.