ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is beginning a therapeutic relationship with a client who has paranoid personality disorder. Which of the following strategies should the nurse plan to use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Demonstrating a neutral demeanor helps build trust with a client who has paranoid personality disorder. This non-threatening approach avoids triggering suspicion, fostering a therapeutic relationship.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has a new prescription for lithium. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering lithium with meals is recommended to reduce gastrointestinal upset. Lithium can cause stomach irritation, and taking it with food helps minimize this side effect, improving adherence.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Cold extremities, tooth erosion, and lanugo are common in anorexia nervosa. Poor circulation causes cold extremities, vomiting erodes teeth, and lanugo grows to conserve heat due to fat loss, reflecting the disorder’s physical impact.
Question 4 of 5
A client who delivered a healthy newborn 4 weeks ago calls her provider's office and tells the nurse
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about the baby’s current condition immediately assesses safety and well-being, which is the nurse’s priority. This ensures potential risks, like postpartum depression or infant harm, are addressed first.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has bulimia nervosa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypokalemia, low potassium levels, is a common finding in bulimia nervosa due to repeated vomiting and laxative use. These behaviors lead to significant electrolyte imbalances, posing serious health risks.