ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2023 Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has been receiving electroconvulsive therapy. Which of the following findings indicates the treatment is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ECT effectively treats severe depression, improving mood. It’s not for phobias, induces seizures, and isn’t primary for BPD.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is initiating a plan of care for a newly admitted client who has schizoid personality disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Solitary activities suit schizoid isolation preference. Splitting is BPD-related, anger isn’t key, social limits are unnecessary.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a mental health clinic is assessing a client who has borderline personality disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intense efforts to avoid abandonment are hallmark BPD traits. Employment issues aren’t primary, hoarding is separate, avoidance fits other disorders.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning overall strategies to address problems for a client who has borderline personality disorder. Which of the following strategies is the priority for the nurse to incorporate in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Preventing self-harm is the priority due to BPD’s high risk. Support groups, assertiveness, and awareness are secondary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who begins yelling and pacing around the room. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Identifying stressors (
A) aids de-escalation, short sentences (
B) improve communication. Loud voices (
C), restraints (
D), and confronting (E) escalate tension.