ATI RN
ATI Mental Health NPRO 2000 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is having difficulty sleeping and is pacing the floor. The client's head down, and he is wringing his hands. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Remaining with the client provides reassurance and safety during agitation. Medication (
A), returning to bed (
B), and alternatives (
C) are secondary.
Question 2 of 5
Which are common reasons why abused persons remain with an abusive partner? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Dependence (
A), low self-esteem (
B), inability to function (
D), and fear of harm (E) trap victims. Substance use (
C) is not a primary reason.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder and was prescribed fluoxetine 2 weeks ago. The client reports having an improved appetite, but still feels very depressed and is still having trouble sleeping. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: SSRIs like fluoxetine take 4-6 weeks for full effect. Changing medication (
B) is premature, MAOIs (
C) have risks, and a sleep study (
D) is not the priority.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Which of the following characteristics are expected findings of OCD? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Perfectionism (
D) involves unrealistic standards and rituals. Clients are aware of compulsions (E is incorrect as stated; corrected to reflect awareness). Irrational fear (
A) is more phobia-specific, rule-conscious behavior (
B) is not defining, and difficulty relaxing (
C) is not specific.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newly admitted client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Identifying triggers tailors interventions to reduce OCD symptoms. Structured schedules (
A), relaxation techniques (
C), and coping strategies (
D) follow trigger identification.