ATI LPN
ATI Mental Health PM 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who requires a crisis intervention for acute anxiety. Which of the following actions should be the nurse's highest priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Protecting the client from injury is the highest priority due to the risk of impaired judgment and physiological responses in acute anxiety, establishing safety as the foundation for further care.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse at a mental health clinic is caring for a client.The client reports they have been overeating since they were 14 years old. The nurse is reviewing the client's medical record.Based on the information, which of the following actions should the nurse take?For each potential action, specify if the potential action is anticipated or contraindicated for the client
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Small meals, meal planning, and journaling address overeating; adjusting medication, daily weighing, and potassium lack evidence without further data.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing a community health education class about suicide prevention. Which of the following should the nurse identify as risk factors for suicide? (Select all that apply).
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: Schizophrenia increases suicide risk due to hopelessness and psychosis; alcohol and substance use disorders heighten impulsivity and despair; age over 65 correlates with higher rates due to isolation and health issues. Pregnancy and marriage are generally protective.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical histories of four clients. Which of the following clients may develop extrapyramidal symptoms from medication therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antipsychotics, used for schizophrenia, block dopamine, leading to extrapyramidal symptoms like akathisia or dystonia, unlike enzymes, insulin, or iron supplements.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who requires a crisis intervention for acute anxiety. Which of the following actions should be the nurse's highest priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Protecting the client from injury addresses the imminent risk of harm due to impaired decision-making and physiological agitation in acute anxiety, prioritizing safety above other interventions.