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ATI Mental Health PM 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who is about to undergo surgery for benign prostatic hypertrophy. The client states
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reflecting 'I’m hearing that you are concerned' shows empathy, validates the client’s fear, and encourages further discussion, building trust.
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 caring for a client who has been diagnosed with end-stage liver cancer. Which of the following responses is an indication the client is in the denial phase of the grief process?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Minimizing the diagnosis and attributing it to an ulterior motive, as in 'The doctor is exaggerating,' reflects denial by distorting reality to avoid the painful truth.
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 in a mental health facility is planning care for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and is newly admitted to the unit. Which of the following actions should the mental health nurse plan to take regarding the client's compulsive behaviors?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Allowing time for rituals acknowledges the client’s needs, reduces anxiety initially, and builds trust, serving as a step toward gradual treatment like ERP.