ATI RN
ATI Mental Health NPRO 2000 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a hospitalized client who tells lies about other clients. The other clients on the unit frequently complain to the nursing staff about the client's disruptive behaviors. Which of the following initial actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Setting boundaries addresses disruptive behavior directly. Isolation (
B), community meetings (
C), or ignoring lies (
D) are less effective.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing care to children on a general pediatric unit. Which of the following children should the nurse identify as a potential victim of abuse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Parents answering for the child may suggest control or emotional abuse. Frequent call light use (
A), obesity (
C), and visitors (
D) are not specific abuse indicators.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in an acute care mental health facility is caring for a client who has depression. After 3 days of treatment, the nurse notices that the client suddenly seems cheerful and relaxed and there are no longer signs of a depressive state. Which of the following interventions is appropriate to include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden mood improvement may indicate suicide risk, so monitoring whereabouts ensures safety. Rewarding behavior (
B), asking why (
C), or family outings (
D) do not prioritize safety.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is doing an admission assessment on a client with schizophrenia. Which of the following are positive symptoms of schizophrenia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Disordered thinking (
B) is a positive symptom. Flat affect (
C), lack of initiative (E), and social withdrawal (F) are negative. Trouble concentrating (
D) is cognitive.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with paranoid personality disorder who is extremely suspicious of the nursing staff and other clients. Which of the following nursing approaches is appropriate when establishing a therapeutic relationship with this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A neutral attitude minimizes suspicion and builds trust. Disclosure (
A), frequent approaches (
B), or waiting for initiation (
D) may increase mistrust.