ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health Exam V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following findings indicates that the client is in the prodromal phase?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Withdrawn behavior marks the prodromal phase. Incoherent speech, delusions, and hallucinations indicate active psychosis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has been admitted for a psychiatric evaluation after displaying aggressive behavior towards their partner and 2-year-old child. Which of the following client statements should the nurse identify as potentially contributing to aggression?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Childhood physical abuse can normalize aggression. Fishing, parental abuse history, and occasional drinking are less directly linked.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting a sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) with the care of a client who has experienced sexual assault. The nurse should identify which of the following as the role of the SANE?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The SANE ensures safety and provides care, not police evidence collection, legal advocacy, or mandatory reporting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lanugo is a hallmark of anorexia nervosa due to malnutrition. Hypokalemia, hypoglycemia, and parotid swelling (from purging) are more typical of other conditions or bulimia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia. In which of the following phases of the nurse-client relationship should the nurse suggest a guided therapy session?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The exploitation phase is ideal for therapy, as clients engage resources. Identification and orientation focus on trust, resolution on termination.