ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has alcohol use disorder about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the program's basic concepts?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: AA is based on the principle of acknowledging powerlessness over addiction and seeking support.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has a history of violent behavior and has asked the nurse to keep confidential information about the desire to kill several classmates and a school teacher. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate to give?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Duty to warn applies when a client expresses intent to harm others, requiring disclosure to the care team.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and a new prescription for valproate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client about the use of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Valproate is metabolized in the liver, requiring regular liver function monitoring.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a mood disorder to determine his readiness for discharge. Which of the following statements by the client indicates he is ready for discharge?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adherence to medication and awareness of emergency contacts indicate readiness for discharge.