ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse asks a client if they prefer to attend the morning or afternoon group therapy session. The nurse should identify that this as an example of which of the following ethical principles?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Autonomy refers to a client's right to make their own decisions regarding care. Allowing them to choose between morning and afternoon therapy respects their independence and decision-making ability. Justice, beneficence, and nonmaleficence do not directly apply to this choice.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse tells a patient that they will return in 30 minutes with their medication. The nurse returns 30 minutes later with the patient's medication. Which ethical principle is she demonstrating?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Veracity refers to truthfulness and honesty. The nurse demonstrated veracity by keeping their promise and returning as stated. Other principles are less applicable.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a client who has a substance use disorder. Which of the following client behaviors indicates that the nurse has successfully evoked the client's motivation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Expressing confidence in change due to family support shows personal motivation and commitment to recovery. Other behaviors are preparatory or indicate resistance.
Question 4 of 5
What phase of the therapeutic involves the nurse collects data, assesses knowledge, and works with the patient to develop mutual goals?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The orientation phase is when the nurse collects data, assesses knowledge, establishes trust, and collaborates with the client to develop mutual goals. Other phases focus on different stages.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is discussing psychiatric advance directives (PAD) with a client. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: PADs allow clients to outline treatment preferences, including medications and providers, for use if they lose capacity. Other options misrepresent PADs’ purpose or use.