ATI RN
ATI NURS 4850 Mental Health Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is hospitalized for the treatment of severe depression. Which of the following nursing approaches is therapeutic to include in the client’s plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sitting with the client provides emotional support and fosters connection.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has dependent personality disorder. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Setting limits prevents exploitation supporting healthy boundaries.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse who works in a psychiatric unit is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder. The client comes to the nurse's station at 0300 demanding that the nurse call the provider immediately. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acknowledging distress shows empathy and opens dialogue for assessment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a preschooler who has a calcium level of 8.0 mg/dL. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low calcium levels can cause muscle tremors due to neuromuscular irritability.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has schizophrenia and a new prescription for risperidone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking risperidone consistently aids its effectiveness in managing schizophrenia.