ATI RN
ATI Mental Health 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client whose partner died 6 months ago. Which of the following findings is the nurse’s priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inadequate eating risks malnutrition, a physical priority. Negative recall, anger, and guilt are emotional but less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has depression and takes phenelzine. The client reports eating pepperoni pizza while out on a pass during lunchtime. Which of the following assessments should the nurse perform?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Phenelzine (MAOI) with tyramine (pepperoni) risks hypertensive crisis; BP monitoring is critical.
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: A
Rationale: ECT targets depression, with success shown by mood improvement. Panic, seizures, and phobias aren’t primary goals.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a medical history from a client who is requesting a prescription for bupropion for smoking cessation. Which of the following assessment findings in the client’s history should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Head injury increases seizure risk with bupropion, a contraindication. Others don’t impact safety.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has right-sided hemiplegia following a recent stroke. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask to determine the client’s ability to cope?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Impact question assesses coping broadly. Okay question limits scope, hygiene is practical, 'why' risks defensiveness.