ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health Exam V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A newly licensed nurse asks the charge nurse about functional neurological symptom disorder. Which of the following responses should the charge nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Symptoms worsen with stress and are involuntary, unlike conscious control, multiple personalities, or depersonalization.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has an eating disorder about mindfulness and distress tolerance skills. This is an example of which of the following treatment modalities?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: DBT teaches mindfulness and distress tolerance, ideal for eating disorders. IPT focuses on relationships, humanistic on growth, and cognitive on thoughts.
Question 3 of 5
A community health nurse is presenting epidemiological and etiological data related to somatic symptom disorder and related disorders. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Somatic symptom disorder is more prevalent in women. It doesn’t involve multiple personalities, most depressed clients don’t have it, and symptoms aren’t faked.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing treatment options for a client who has functional neurological symptom disorder. Which of the following treatments should the nurse identify as being most effective for this disorder?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Medication and psychotherapy (e.g., CBT) address psychological and comorbid issues. Desensitization, benzodiazepines, and physical therapy alone are less comprehensive.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is speaking with a client who experienced physical assault. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Letting the client control the conversation fosters safety and autonomy. Insisting, touching, or questioning can overwhelm or retraumatize.