ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with reminiscence therapy for a group of older adult clients. Which of the following strategies should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Discussing childhood memories fosters reminiscence, aiding in cognitive stimulation and emotional connection among older adults. This aligns with the goals of reminiscence therapy, unlike orientation aids or thought-stopping.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients in a pediatric clinic. Which of the following clients is at highest risk for physical abuse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Toddlers with chronic illnesses like cystic fibrosis may be at higher risk for physical abuse due to the increased stress and demands on caregivers. This vulnerability elevates their risk compared to typically developing peers.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who becomes extremely agitated and asks if they can go to a separate room to be alone for an hour. The nurse should document which of the following de-escalation techniques in the client's medical record?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Timeout allows the client to have a moment away from stimuli to regain control and calm down, which is a recognized de-escalation technique. This matches the client’s request and supports de-escalation efforts.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about a new prescription for haloperidol with a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Haloperidol can increase photosensitivity, causing the skin to be more sensitive to sunlight, potentially leading to sunburn. Patients should be advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing. This statement shows the client understands a key side effect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data for a health history from a client who has antisocial personality disorder. Which of the following clinical findings is associated with this disorder?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exploitive of others is a key characteristic of antisocial personality disorder. Individuals often disregard others’ rights and manipulate them for personal gain, aligning with the disorder’s profile.