ATI LPN
ATI PN Mental Health 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking lithium. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as early manifestations of lithium toxicity? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Early lithium toxicity includes confusion (
A), nausea (
B), polyuria (
D), and incoordination (E) due to its effects on the CNS, GI tract, kidneys, and neuromuscular system. Convulsions (
C) indicate severe toxicity, not an early sign.
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: D
Rationale: Fluoxetine, an SSRI, improves mood in depression. It doesn’t primarily target hallucinations (
A), tremors (
B), or seizures (
C).
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about a new prescription for haloperidol with a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Photosensitivity is a haloperidol side effect; this shows understanding. Tinnitus (
A), incontinence (
B), and metallic taste (
C) are not typical.
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 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.