ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has antisocial personality disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Manipulative behaviors (
A) and lack of empathy (
C) are hallmark ASPD traits, reflecting exploitation and disregard for others. Preoccupation with details, splitting, and impulsiveness are less characteristic.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is to start therapy with fluoxetine. Which of the following is an expected outcome for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluoxetine, an SSRI, primarily improves mood by increasing serotonin levels, addressing depression or anxiety, not seizures, tremors, or hallucinations.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is experiencing opioid withdrawal. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diarrhea is a common opioid withdrawal symptom due to increased gastrointestinal motility after opioid cessation, unlike meiosis (pupil constriction), bradycardia, or hypokinesis, which are not typical.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who reports drinking alcoholic beverages daily but has not consumed alcohol in the last 24 hr. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of alcohol withdrawal?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypertension is a common alcohol withdrawal symptom due to autonomic nervous system activation, unlike bradycardia, drowsiness, or double vision, which are not typical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who was placed in four-point restraints by the nursing staff following an episode of violent behavior. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Restraint orders typically require renewal every 24 hours to reassess necessity, making this a priority action over less frequent interaction or documentation timing.