ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports an upset stomach after taking chlorpromazine. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Drinking milk with chlorpromazine can help reduce stomach upset by buffering the stomach lining.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer ziprasidone 10 mg IM every 6 hr. Available is ziprasidone 20 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 0.5
Rationale:
To calculate the amount: Amount (mL) = Desired Dose (mg) / Concentration (mg/mL). Amount (mL) = 10 mg / 20 mg/mL = 0.5 mL.
Question 3 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: A
Rationale: Remaining with the client provides support and ensures their safety. The client's behavior indicates distress, and having a nurse nearby can help the client feel more comfortable and secure.
Question 4 of 5
A client becomes very dejected and states, 'No one really cares what happens to me. Life isn't worth living anymore.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This response shows empathy and genuine concern for the client's well-being. It acknowledges the client's emotions, offers support, and validates their feelings.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about appropriate actions to take when a client threatens to harm a specific individual. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: When a client threatens to harm a specific individual, it's important to take steps to ensure the safety of both the client and the potential victim. Warning the potential victim or taking appropriate measures to protect them is an important action to take.