ATI RN
ATI RN Mental health 2019 NGN II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is admitted to a mental health facility after attempting suicide. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Building trust through rapport facilitates open communication essential for assessing and addressing suicide risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has depression following a recent job loss. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask to assess the client's personal coping skills?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking about past coping strategies helps assess the client's ability to manage stress and informs tailored interventions.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is assessing a school-age child who has a spiral fracture. The parent of the child provides different accounts of the cause of the injury. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing immediate safety ensures the child's protection before further investigation or reporting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a mental health facility is making plans for a client's discharge. Which of the following interdisciplinary team members should the nurse contact to assist the client with housing placement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Social workers are trained to address housing needs ensuring suitable post-discharge arrangements.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia. The client's employer calls to discuss the client's condition.Which of the following is the appropriate nursing action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Consulting the client respects their privacy and autonomy ensuring control over health information disclosure.