ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who.was involved in heavy combat and observed war casualties. The nurse should suspect that the client is suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) if the client makes which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The statement indicates re-experiencing the traumatic event through nightmares, a core symptom of PTSD.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has bipolar disorder and will be discharged with a prescription for lithium. The nurse could teach the client which of the following factors puts her at risk for lithium toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lithium is excreted through the kidneys, and dehydration and sodium depletion increase the risk of lithium toxicity. A client who runs 4 miles outdoors every afternoon is at risk of excessive sweating and fluid loss, which can lead to dehydration and sodium depletion. This reduces lithium excretion, leading to toxic levels in the blood.
Question 3 of 5
A client commits suicide in an acute mental health facility. Which of the following is the priority intervention for staff following this incident?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Conducting a thorough assessment and review of the client's behavior, including any cues or warning signs that may have indicated suicidal ideation, can help identify gaps in care and improve risk assessment and management for future clients.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed tetracycline 2 grams daily PO in four divided doses every 6 hr. Available is tetracycline 250 mg capsules. How many capsules 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: 2
Rationale:
To calculate the number of capsules per dose:
Total daily dose = 2 grams = 2000 mg. Divided into 4 doses = 2000 mg / 4 = 500 mg per dose. Each capsule is 250 mg, so 500 mg / 250 mg/capsule = 2 capsules per dose.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a young adult client following the sudden death of his wife. The client feels paralyzed in his ability to cope with work and family responsibilities. Which of the following types of crisis is the client experiencing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A situational crisis arises from a specific event, like the sudden death of a spouse, disrupting normal coping abilities.