ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam N200 Group 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A new nurse orientee asks why a client admitted to the psychiatric unit is placed in seclusion. The nurse precepting the new nurse explains that which of the following is a benefit of seclusion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The reduced sensory input allows the client to regain control. Seclusion provides a low-stimulation environment to help clients calm down and regain control when they pose a danger. It does not reduce staffing needs encourage communication or force responsibility.
Question 2 of 5
An aging client diagnosed with schizophrenia disorder takes an antipsychotic and a beta-adrenergic blocking agent for hypertension. Understanding the combined side effects of these drugs,which statement by a nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rise slowly when you change position from lying to sitting or sitting to standing. Both medications can cause orthostatic hypotension increasing fall risk. Advising slow position changes mitigates this. Breathing exercises sunscreen and diet/activity are less specific to combined side effects.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of schizophrenia says to the student nurse,"The mazurkas are coming. The mazurkas are coming." The client's use of the word "mazurka" is most likely a/an
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: neologism. "Mazurka" is a made-up word in this context characteristic of neologisms in schizophrenia. Loose associations involve disconnected thoughts dyslexia affects reading and flight of ideas involves rapid topic shifts.
Question 4 of 5
Which major health complication is associated with a client diagnosed with anorexia nervosa,does the nurse assess as a priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: cardiac dysrhythmias are a major health complication of anorexia nervosa due to electrolyte imbalances particularly hypokalaemia which can lead to cardiac arrest. This is a life-threatening condition that needs to be monitored closely.
Question 5 of 5
When the nurse admits a client with anorexia nervosa for treatment,the therapeutic milieu should provide: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: observation during and after meals adherence to scheduled meal times and monitoring during bathroom trips prevent purging and establish healthy eating patterns. Fast food trips are inappropriate and daily weight checks are preferred over weekly.