ATI LPN
ATI PN Mental Health 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: D
Rationale: Diarrhea is typical in opioid withdrawal due to GI hyperactivity. Meiosis (
A) should be mydriasis (dilated pupils), hypokinesis (
B) contrasts with restlessness, and bradycardia (
C) contrasts with tachycardia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has a new prescription for lithium. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering lithium with meals reduces GI upset, a common side effect. Potassium (
A) isn’t affected, caloric intake (
C) isn’t indicated, and hypoglycemia (
D) isn’t a lithium risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer sertraline 50 mg PO once daily to a client who has a depressive disorder. Available is sertraline oral solution 20 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 2.5
Rationale: Calculation: 50 mg ÷ 20 mg/mL = 2.5 mL. This ensures the correct dose based on concentration.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with reminiscence therapy for a group of older adult clients. Which of the following strategies should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Discussing childhood memories is central to reminiscence therapy, enhancing mood and identity. Calendars (
B) aid orientation, thought-stopping (
C) blocks reflection, and games (
D) boost cognition, not reminiscence.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has acute delirium. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Limiting decisions reduces cognitive load and stress in delirium. High stimulation (
A) worsens symptoms, family visits (
C) aid orientation, and darkness (
D) increases disorientation.