ATI RN
ATI 133 Mental Health Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a mental health facility is caring for a client who is upset about the loss of privileges due to repetitive negative behavior. Which of the following statements by the nurse demonstrates the effective use of assertive communication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This statement acknowledges feelings while clearly explaining the nurse’s actions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a health history from a client. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as possible risk factors for iron deficiency anemia?
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Gastric bypass GI cancer treatment processed foods and ulcerative colitis impair iron absorption or cause blood loss.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse on a mental health unit is caring for a client who has generalized anxiety disorder. The client received a telephone call that was upsetting,and now the client is pacing up and down the hallways of the unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Walking with the client calmly reduces anxiety while providing support.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is talking with a client diagnosed with schizophrenia. Suddenly the client states,I'm frightened. Do you hear that? The voices are telling me to do terrible things. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the content of voices ensures safety and guides intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with schizophrenia. Which of the following behaviors should the nurse document to be associated with schizophrenia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inventing meaningless words (neologisms) reflects disorganized thinking a hallmark of schizophrenia.