ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health Exam II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who was recently re-admitted for relapse of psychosis symptoms due to not taking their medications. Which of the follow should be a long-term goal for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A relapse plan promotes long-term stability by ensuring medication adherence and symptom recognition. Calm environments, reorientation, and walks are short-term interventions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse at a primary care clinic is collecting data on a client for manifestations of depression. Which of the following client statements should the nurse identify as being consistent with depression?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Insomnia and ruminative thoughts are core depression symptoms, impairing rest and mood. Alertness suggests mania, restlessness anxiety, and hypertension isn’t directly related.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing education to a group of clients about the process of neurotransmission. Which of the following statements about neurotransmission should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Neurotransmitters facilitate communication in the central and peripheral nervous systems, existing throughout the body. They don’t store energy, aren’t activated by transferase, or inhibit glucose production.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has depression and states,A government agency is attempting to capture me. The nurse should identify that the client is experiencing which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The client’s statement reflects a persecutory delusion, a false belief common in depression with psychotic features. Inappropriate guilt and mania do not involve such beliefs, and confusion implies cognitive disorganization, not fixed false beliefs.
Question 5 of 5
A community health nurse is creating a presentation about mood disorders for a local support group. The nurse should include which of the following as a risk factor for suicide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Job loss increases suicide risk due to financial stress and reduced self-esteem. Extracurricular activities and stability are protective, and cautious behavior doesn’t directly elevate risk.