ATI LPN
ATI PN Mental Health 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a group of older adult clients about behavioral expectations. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to help eliminate barriers to learning?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using 'I' statements fosters a non-threatening environment, reducing defensiveness and enhancing learning. Longer sessions (
A) may fatigue older adults, long-term goals (
B) don’t directly address barriers, and bedtime timing (
D) reduces concentration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing mania. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote a therapeutic environment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Specific explanations provide structure and reduce confusion in mania. Dayroom time (
A) may overstimulate, free choice (
B) risks poor decisions, and exercise (
D) needs control.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer duloxetine 120 mg PO once daily to a client who has generalized anxiety disorder. Available is duloxetine 30 mg capsules. How many capsules should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use trailing zeros.)
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: Calculation: 120 mg ÷ 30 mg = 4 capsules. This ensures the correct dose.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing behavior management techniques with the parent of a school-age child who has conduct disorder. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the redirection technique?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Re-engaging in an appropriate activity redirects the child from negative behavior, aligning with redirection principles. B comforts, C teaches via role-play, and D ignores behavior, none of which are redirection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer sertraline 50 mg PO once daily to a client who has a depressive disorder. Available is sertraline oral solution 20 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 2.5
Rationale: Calculation: 50 mg ÷ 20 mg/mL = 2.5 mL. This ensures the correct dose based on concentration.