ATI RN
ATI Mental Health assessment Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who exhibits excessive attention-seeking behaviors,"including acting flirtatious and seductive. The nurse should identify these behaviors as manifestations of which of the following personality disorders?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Histrionic personality involves attention-seeking behaviors.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is using de-escalation techniques with a client who has become verbally aggressive with a staff member. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Understanding the cause aids de-escalation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a well-child clinic receives a phone call from the parent of an adolescent client. The parent states,"I think my son might try to kill himself. Which of the following statements by the parent is the priority for the nurse to investigate further?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cutting marks indicate self-harm a critical suicide risk factor.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in an urgent-care clinic is caring for a school-age child who has several visible bruises. The child's parent states,"My partner got fired today and came home angry. I don't think this will happen again. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gathering more information assesses the child's safety sensitively.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports a history of frequent alcohol consumption. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask when screening for alcohol use disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Family concern about drinking indicates potential alcohol use disorder.