ATI RN
ATI Mental Health 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing the spiritual beliefs of a client. Which of the following client statements indicates spiritual distress?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased advisor visits suggest distress needing support. Scheduling conflicts are logistical, faith and meditation show strength.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is talking to a client following a group therapy session. The client tells the nurse that one of the other clients in the group made an inappropriate comment. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging upset feelings validates and opens discussion. Ignoring dismisses, 'why' may pressure, agreeing risks bias.
Question 3 of 5
A nurseorius caring for a client who has an anxiety disorder and is scheduled for a procedure. The client informs the nurse that they do not want to have the procedure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Informing of refusal rights supports autonomy. Family consent isn’t valid, review doesn’t address refusal, encouragement overrides.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with obtaining informed consent for a client who has been declared legally incompetent. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Guardian consent is legally required for incompetent clients. Implied consent doesn’t apply, social workers assist, charge nurse isn’t responsible.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse has placed a client who has become physically aggressive into seclusion. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent documentation ensures safety and compliance. Food/fluids and vitals are less frequent, prescription is urgent but secondary.