ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Assessment Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who has autism spectrum disorder. Which of the following behaviors should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Lack of eye contact, spinning toys, and withdrawal from physical contact are common in autism spectrum disorder due to social and sensory issues. Inability to play quietly is not specific, and 'voicing in clothes' is unclear.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after being physically assaulted. The client is unable to recall any details of the event. Which of the following defense mechanisms should the nurse recognize that the client is displaying?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dissociation involves a disconnection from traumatic memories, common in PTSD, where the mind separates from the distressing experience. Rationalization, undoing, and reaction formation involve different cognitive processes.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has just learned that their partner has died by suicide. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing the client's understanding and emotional response to the suicide is the first priority to provide tailored support. Referrals, contacting family, or discussing guilt come after this initial assessment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a newly admitted client who has major depressive disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a risk factor for this condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A serotonin deficiency is a biological risk factor for major depressive disorder, contributing to depressive symptoms. Bronchitis, elevated calcium, and being an only child are not recognized risk factors.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is conducting a child maltreatment screening of a family who has a toddler. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indicator of possible child neglect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failure to provide immunizations indicates neglect by not meeting the child's health needs. Jaw fractures suggest abuse, fear requires further investigation, and rocking is not specific to neglect.