ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in an acute mental health unit is admitting a client who has bipolar disorder. Which of the following findings supports the admitting diagnosis of acute mania?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Disorganized speech is a common symptom of acute mania, reflecting rapid and pressured speech patterns.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who was involved in heavy combat and observed war casualties. The nurse should suspect that the client is suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) if the client makes which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Re-experiencing traumatic events through nightmares is a key symptom of PTSD.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has multiple injuries following a motor vehicle crash. Shortly after admission, the client's partner arrives. He is distraught and blames himself for the accident. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Encouraging the partner to express emotions helps with emotional processing and coping.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is speaking with the parents of a 4-year-old child who has a terminal illness. The parents tell the nurse they have taken their son's name off the list for little league baseball next season. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse should respond with empathy and acknowledge the parents' feelings.
Choice A validates the parents' emotions and shows understanding. It conveys empathy and support during a difficult time.
Summary of Incorrect
Choices:
B: This response is dismissive and not relevant to the parents' emotional situation. It does not address the parents' feelings or concerns.
C: This response is overly optimistic and does not acknowledge the parents' decision or emotions. It may come across as insensitive.
D: This response is more probing and may put the parents on the defensive. It does not show empathy or understanding of the parents' emotions.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is to undergo a left lobectomy to treat lung cancer. The client tells the nurse that she is scared and wishes she had never smoked. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: "It's okay to feel scared. Let's talk about what you are afraid of." This response acknowledges the client's feelings, validates her emotions, and opens the door for further discussion to address her fears and concerns. It promotes therapeutic communication and helps establish trust between the nurse and client.
Choice B is incorrect because it dismisses the client's fear without addressing it directly.
Choice C may create a sense of camaraderie but does not focus on the client's current emotional state.
Choice D is incorrect as it minimizes the client's feelings and shifts the focus away from her fears.