ATI RN
ATI RN Mental health 2019 NGN II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder. Which of the following is the priority for the nurse to assess during a manic episode?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Disrupted sleep during mania exacerbates symptoms making it the priority to assess for stability.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an alcohol rehabilitation facility is creating a discharge plan for a client who has alcohol use disorder. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Self-help groups provide ongoing support critical for maintaining sobriety post-discharge.
Question 3 of 5
A charge nurse is making room assignments for new client admissions. Which of the following clients should the nurse place closest to the nurse's station?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Moderate-stage Alzheimer's increases wandering risk requiring close supervision for safety.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on a mental health unit placed a client in mechanical restraints after the client assaulted another client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Provider assessment within 1 hour ensures the necessity and safety of restraints post-assault.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has delirium. Which of the following findings requires immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Command hallucinations which may instruct harmful actions require immediate intervention to ensure client safety.