ATI LPN
ATI PN Mental health DEC 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an anxiety disorder. The client transforms their anxiety into physical manifestations. The nurse should recognize that the client is experiencing which of the following manifestations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Somatization involves expressing mental distress as physical symptoms, common in anxiety disorders. A, C, and D are different defense mechanisms not matching this description.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about the Patient Self-Determination Act (PSDA). Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The PSDA allows verbal designation of a durable power of attorney, reflecting client autonomy. A is false (applies to all adults), B is incorrect (applies to all care), and C is not a legal requirement.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has acute delirium. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Limiting decision-making reduces stress and confusion in delirium, aiding management. A increases isolation, B worsens delirium, and D disrupts sleep-wake cycles.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing behavior management techniques with the parent of a school-age child who has conduct disorder. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the redirection technique?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Re-engaging in an appropriate activity is redirection, shifting focus from negative to positive behavior. B may escalate, C is a different technique, and D may increase unwanted behavior.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following client statements indicates that the client is experiencing a command hallucination?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Command hallucinations involve voices directing actions (e.g., quitting eating), a feature of schizophrenia. A is a delusion, C is paranoia, and D is a visual hallucination.