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 caring for a client who has an opioid use disorder. The nurse should anticipate that the provider will prescribe which of the following medications for treatment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist used in medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder, helping to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms. It’s specifically indicated for this condition.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a mental health facility is caring for an adolescent who is newly admitted for an overdose of prescription pain medication. The client has prescriptions for an anxiolytic and an SSRI antidepressant. Which of the following precautions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Implementing 24-hr one-to-one nursing observation is crucial for ensuring the safety of a client who has overdosed and is at risk of self-harm. This provides constant monitoring given the high-risk situation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a mental health facility is collecting a blood specimen from a client. The client is hallucinating and states
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's fear and providing reassurance without confirming the hallucination helps build trust and reduce anxiety. This empathetic response supports the client’s emotional state.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has depressive disorder following the recent death of their partner. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking about the client’s relationship encourages them to express their feelings and helps the nurse understand their experience to provide support. This fosters a therapeutic dialogue.