ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has bipolar disorder and whose admission was voluntary. For which of the following interventions should the nurse confirm that the client has given informed consent?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Experimental medications require informed consent due to the potential unknown effects and risks. Ensuring the client is fully informed about the experimental nature and possible side effects is crucial, unlike routine interventions like light therapy or therapy classes.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an anxiety disorder. The client transforms their anxiety into physical manifestations. The nurse should recognize that the client is exhibiting which of the following manifestations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Somatization involves the transformation of anxiety into physical symptoms, such as pain or fatigue, without a medical cause. This is a way the body expresses psychological distress through physical symptoms, aligning with the client’s behavior.
Question 3 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: A
Rationale: Limiting the client's need to make decisions helps reduce stress and confusion, which can exacerbate symptoms of delirium. Simplifying choices and providing a structured environment can aid in orientation and reduce cognitive overload.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing behavior management techniques with the parent of a school-age child who has conduct disorder. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the redirection technique?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Re-engaging the child in an appropriate activity is a key part of the redirection technique. It helps divert the child's attention away from the undesired behavior and encourages positive behavior, showing the parent understands this approach.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following client statements indicates that the client is experiencing a command hallucination?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The statement 'The voices told me to quit eating the food here' is indicative of a command hallucination, where the client hears voices instructing them to take specific actions. This distinguishes it from visual hallucinations or delusions.