ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2023 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia and is experiencing auditory hallucinations. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking what they hear assesses the hallucinations’ nature and impact on safety, the first step. Redirecting, walking, or music are secondary after assessment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a client who reports ongoing feelings of depression after the death of his sibling 9 months ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Explaining grief’s variable duration normalizes the client’s experience. Cautioning anger invalidates, isolation worsens depression, and avoiding discussion hinders healing.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who states, 'I have been having trouble sleeping for the last several months.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding stress before sleep promotes relaxation and good sleep hygiene. Late exercise stimulates, long naps disrupt night sleep, and TV in bed hinders rest.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to teach a client who has moderate anxiety about what to expect after their upcoming cardiac catheterization. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using short, simple sentences ensures comprehension without overwhelming an anxious client. Detailed explanations may increase anxiety, avoiding questions hinders engagement, and a long video may be too much to process.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing the sleep pattern of a client who has an anxiety disorder. The client reports having difficulty sleeping most nights. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exercise 3 hours before bed reduces anxiety and improves sleep. TV stimulates, late meals cause discomfort, and long naps disrupt nighttime rest.