ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2023 Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking lithium and reports experiencing lethargy, muscle weakness, and blurred vision. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Symptoms indicate possible lithium toxicity, needing blood level checks. Other responses are unsafe or incorrect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is receiving a change-of-shift report about a group of assigned clients at a mental health facility. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess for risks related to sensory impairments?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Conversion disorder may involve sensory impairments (e.g., blindness). Narcissism, anxiety, and OCD don’t typically affect senses.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has been receiving electroconvulsive therapy. Which of the following findings indicates the treatment is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ECT effectively treats severe depression, improving mood. It’s not for phobias, induces seizures, and isn’t primary for BPD.
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse is discussing the care of a client who has a substance use disorder with a staff nurse. Which of the following statements by the staff nurse should the charge nurse identify as countertransference?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Comparing to a brother shows personal projection, indicating countertransference. Other statements are observational or boundary-related, not personal bias.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has borderline personality disorder. Which of the following outcomes should the nurse include in the treatment plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Communicating needs addresses BPD’s interpersonal challenges, aligning with therapies like DBT. Mood and hygiene are less specific, hallucinations aren’t typical.