ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from an adult client in an outpatient mental health clinic. The nurse should identify which of the following events as a potential cause of a maturational crisis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A child leaving for college represents a maturational crisis, tied to normal developmental transitions that cause stress. Unlike situational crises like job loss or divorce, it reflects life stage changes.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from an adult client in an outpatient mental health clinic. The nurse should identify which of the following events as a potential cause of a maturational crisis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A child leaving for college represents a maturational crisis, tied to normal developmental transitions that cause stress. Unlike situational crises like job loss or divorce, it reflects life stage changes.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a group of older adult clients about behavioral expectations. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to help eliminate barriers to learning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using 'I' statements rather than 'you' statements helps build rapport and reduces defensiveness. It fosters a supportive learning environment, making communication more effective for older adults.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a mental health clinic is collecting data from a client to determine the client's risk for suicide. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a risk factor for suicide?
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Access to guns in the home, terminal liver cancer, and alcohol use disorder are significant risk factors for suicide. Guns increase lethality, terminal illness causes distress, and alcohol impairs judgment and increases impulsivity, all elevating suicide risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients in a pediatric clinic. Which of the following clients is at highest risk for physical abuse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Toddlers with chronic illnesses like cystic fibrosis may be at higher risk for physical abuse due to the increased stress and demands on caregivers. This vulnerability elevates their risk compared to typically developing peers.