ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder (MDD). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Significant change in weight. In major depressive disorder (MD
D), clients commonly experience changes in appetite, leading to weight loss or gain. This occurs due to alterations in serotonin levels affecting hunger and satiety. Weight changes are often associated with feelings of worthlessness and guilt in MDD. Hyperexcitability (
B) is not a typical finding in MDD, as individuals with depression often report feeling fatigued or lethargic. Exaggerated response to stimuli (
C) is more indicative of anxiety disorders rather than MDD. Attention-seeking behavior (
D) is not a characteristic symptom of MDD but may be seen in other mental health conditions.
Question 2 of 5
A home health care nurse is visiting an older adult client who tells the nurse that she is feeling tired, is unable to shop for groceries, and would like the nurse to shop for her. Shopping and performing personal errands for the client is prohibited in the nurse's job description. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: "Let's look at some other resources to solve this problem." This response is appropriate because it acknowledges the client's needs while also maintaining professional boundaries. The nurse is offering to explore alternative solutions rather than directly providing the service, which aligns with the nurse's job description. By suggesting to look at other resources, the nurse is promoting independence and empowering the client to find a suitable solution.
Choice A is incorrect because it does not address the client's needs and is unprofessional.
Choice B is incorrect as it violates the nurse's job description.
Choice C is incorrect as it dismisses the client's current needs and does not offer a practical solution.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse observes a client sitting alone in her room crying. As the nurse approaches her, the client states, "I'm feeling sad. I don't want to talk now." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Staying with the client provides support without pressuring them to talk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on a long-term care unit is creating a plan of care for a client who has Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clients with Alzheimer's benefit from structured routines and step-by-step guidance.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has binge-eating disorder and is morbidly obese. The client has been prescribed orlistat. Which of the following statements indicates to the nurse that the client understands the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dark-colored urine may indicate liver toxicity, which is a rare but serious side effect of orlistat.