ATI LPN
ATI Mental Health PM 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in an outpatient mental health clinic is caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa. The nurse is assessing the client during a follow-up visit. Which of the following findings indicate a therapeutic response to the treatment plan? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Normal potassium, ECG, and increased BMI indicate improved nutrition and heart health, key signs of therapeutic response in anorexia nervosa.
Question 2 of 5
A client undergoing burn debridement states
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inviting the client to share their perspective by saying 'Tell me more about that' demonstrates a willingness to listen and understand, building trust and rapport. It promotes exploration of feelings, helping the client process emotions and feel understood, while gathering information to tailor care.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer lithium 300 mg PO every 8 hr. Available is lithium carbonate 150 mg capsules. How many capsules should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Desired dose (300 mg) divided by capsule strength (150 mg) equals 2 capsules per dose, rounded to the nearest whole number.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse manager is discussing suicide with nursing staff. Which of the following should the manager identify as risk factors for suicide? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Male gender, age over 55, and schizophrenia increase suicide risk due to help-seeking reluctance, isolation, and severe mental illness, respectively. Education and recent marriage are not direct risk factors.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent client who has a recent diagnosis of conduct disorder. The client has demonstrated episodic aggression toward animals and humans
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Guilt, rule acknowledgment, and positive school attitude show empathy, boundary acceptance, and behavioral improvement, indicating treatment progress.