ATI LPN
ATI PN Mental Health 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a mental health clinic is collecting data from a client to determine the client’s risk for suicide. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a risk factor for suicide? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Guns (
A), past attempts (
B), alcohol disorder (
D), and terminal illness (E) increase suicide risk. Marriage (
C) is typically protective unless troubled.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who was placed in four-point restraints by the nursing staff following an episode of violent behavior. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hourly documentation ensures safety and legal compliance, though B (every 2 hours) is also correct per guidelines; A is prioritized for monitoring frequency. C neglects care, and D delays reassessment beyond typical 4-hour reviews.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who started taking haloperidol decanoate 125 mg IM 1 month ago. Which of the following statements by the client should the nurse address?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spending hours in the sun increases photosensitivity risk with haloperidol. Gum (
A) aids dry mouth, BP checks (
C) monitor health, and avoiding alcohol (
D) is appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing information to a client about smoking cessation. Which of the following medications should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bupropion reduces cravings and withdrawal, aiding smoking cessation. A, B, and D are antipsychotics without this indication.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has bipolar disorder and has a new prescription for lithium. To address possible adverse effects, the nurse should include that which of the following laboratory values will be monitored while the client is taking this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lithium can elevate uric acid, risking gout, requiring monitoring. Sodium (
A) affects lithium levels but isn’t primary, liver (
B) isn’t key, and ESR (
D) is unrelated.