ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam N200 Group 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with schizophrenia is receiving teaching from the nurse about their prescribed medication,Chlorpromazine. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: I will contact my healthcare provider if I have difficulty urinating. This shows understanding of chlorpromazine’s anticholinergic side effect (urinary retention). Chlorpromazine increases infection risk causes weight gain and should not be stopped abruptly.
Question 2 of 5
A client diagnosed with schizophrenia disorder is prescribed clozapine. Which symptoms,related to the side effects of this medication should prompt a nurse to intervene immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sore throat fever and malaise could indicate agranulocytosis a life-threatening clozapine side effect requiring immediate intervention.
Question 3 of 5
A 13-year-old is about to take a math test. A nursing assessment reveals mild anxiety. The nurse explains that this level of anxiety.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: is conducive to concentration and problem solving. Mild anxiety can heighten focus and alertness enhancing performance on tasks like tests. It is not pathological contagious or debilitating at this level.
Question 4 of 5
During a client intake assessment,the nurse asks both physiological and psychosocial questions. The client angrily responds I'm here for my heart, not my head problems. What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Psychological factors like excessive stress have been found to affect medical conditions. This response explains the rationale behind the questions and how they relate to the client's overall health potentially helping the client understand the importance of a holistic assessment.
Question 5 of 5
A client diagnosed with General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is started on clonazepam and buspirone. Which statement made by the client indicates teaching has been effective? The client verbalizes that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clonazepam is to be used short term until the buspirone takes full effect. This shows understanding of clonazepam’s short-term use and buspirone’s long-term role in GAD management.