ATI RN
ATI Mental Health 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has ADHD and a prescription for methylphenidate oral solution 40 mg per day, divided into two doses. Available is methylphenidate oral solution 10 mg/5 mL. How many mL of methylphenidate should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 10
Rationale: 40 mg/day ÷ 2 doses = 20 mg/dose; 10 mg/5 mL = 2 mg/mL; 20 mg ÷ 2 mg/mL = 10 mL/dose.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has borderline personality disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to include to assist the client with impaired social interactions with others?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring abandonment addresses BPD’s core issue, aiding social skills. Dependency reinforces issues, avoiding discussion stalls progress, same staff risks attachment.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has right-sided hemiplegia following a recent stroke. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask to determine the client’s ability to cope?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Impact question assesses coping broadly. Okay question limits scope, hygiene is practical, 'why' risks defensiveness.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about self-care behaviors to a client who has major depressive disorder. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using past coping mechanisms shows self-care understanding. Bed rest worsens depression, avoidance delays healing, dependency hinders autonomy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients on a mental health unit. For which of the following clients is the nurse considered a mandated reporter to the appropriate agency?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tying a child to a bed is abuse, requiring mandatory reporting. Marijuana use, theft, and lying aren’t reportable unless harm is imminent.