ATI LPN
ATI Mental Health PM 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in an acute mental health facility is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder.Since her admission 3 days ago, she has not put on clean clothes, washed her hair, or participated in any of the unit activities. On this day, the nurse observes that she is wearing clean clothes and has combed her hair. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Observing 'I see that you have on clean clothes and have combed your hair' is non-judgmental, invites conversation, and validates effort without assuming mood or intent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an outpatient setting is caring for a client. The client presents with feelings of anxiety and depression. They recently started smoking marijuana as that is what their "new friends do all the time". They admit to using laxatives frequently and unning for 1 hr after eating a very large meal, which happens at least 9 times a week. They were recently arrested for stealing make-up from a local department store and acknowledge that this "is the first time I was caught". Complete the diagram by specifying what condition the client is most likely experiencing, 2 actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and 2 parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bulimia nervosa fits the binge-purge and laxative use; actions include monitoring electrolyte levels and frequency of compensatory behaviors to assess progress and health risks.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has dementia and exhibits wandering behavior. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: A room near the nurse’s station allows monitoring, and door alarms enhance safety without restraints, supporting dementia care principles.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer olanzapine 10 mg IM to a client. The available medication is olanzapine 5 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Desired dose (10 mg) divided by concentration (5 mg/mL) equals 2 mL.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Discussing the trauma aids processing, and relaxation techniques reduce hyperarousal, key PTSD interventions, unlike routine sedation or isolation.