ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving treatment for alcohol detoxification. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer during this phase of the client's care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diazepam belongs to the benzodiazepine class of medications and is commonly used during alcohol detoxification. Benzodiazepines help manage symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, including anxiety, tremors, agitation, and seizures. They work by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GAB
A), an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain. Buprenorphine is used for opioid dependence, Varenicline for smoking cessation, and Rimonabant, withdrawn from the market, was for weight loss, none of which are appropriate for alcohol detox.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is experiencing opioid withdrawal. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diarrhea is a common opioid withdrawal symptom due to increased gastrointestinal motility after opioid cessation, unlike meiosis (pupil constriction), bradycardia, or hypokinesis, which are not typical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who was placed in four-point restraints by the nursing staff following an episode of violent behavior. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Restraint orders typically require renewal every 24 hours to reassess necessity, making this a priority action over less frequent interaction or documentation timing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Lanugo (
A) is fine hair that develops due to malnutrition in anorexia to regulate body temperature. Cold extremities (
B) result from reduced body fat and poor circulation. Hypotension (
C) occurs due to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances from malnutrition.
Tooth erosion (
D) is common in purging subtypes from stomach acid exposure during vomiting. Diarrhea (E) can occasionally occur due to malnutrition-related bowel changes, though constipation is more typical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who is to receive electroconvulsive therapy. The nurse should notify the provider for which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cardiac arrhythmias pose a risk during ECT due to cardiovascular effects of stimulation, requiring stabilization before proceeding, unlike the other conditions.