ATI RN
ATI 133 Mental Health Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder. Which of the following actions by the client should the nurse interpret as displaying manic behavior? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Impulsive behaviors flirtatious interactions and rapid speech are classic manic symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is talking with a client diagnosed with schizophrenia. Suddenly the client states,I'm frightened. Do you hear that? The voices are telling me to do terrible things. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the content of voices ensures safety and guides intervention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is taking care of an adult client who is experiencing increased anxiety and an inability to concentrate. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This empathetic response validates the client’s distress fostering a therapeutic connection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is educating a 28-year-old female client about the impacts of hypothyroidism on overall health. Which of the following statements would the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypothyroidism during pregnancy can impair fetal neurodevelopment making this a critical teaching point.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a manic episode. Other clients begin to complain about her disruptive behavior on the unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Setting consistent limits creates structure reducing disruptive behavior in mania.