ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is discussing legal exceptions to client confidentiality with nursing staff. Which of the following statements by a staff member indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because it reflects an understanding of the Tarasoff duty, which obligates healthcare providers to warn potential victims if a client poses a threat of harm. This duty overrides client confidentiality to prevent harm to others. Option A is incorrect as confidentiality still applies after a client's death. Option B is incorrect as disclosing information to attorneys without consent violates confidentiality. Option C is incorrect as healthcare workers must comply with court requests unless protected by privilege. Option D is the correct choice as it aligns with legal and ethical responsibilities to protect potential victims.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse observes a client's spouse sitting alone in the waiting room crying. When approached, the spouse says, "I am really concerned about my husband." Which of the following is a therapeutic nursing response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Encouraging the spouse to verbalize concerns supports therapeutic communication.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse who works in a psychiatric unit is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder. The client comes to the nurse's station at 0300 demanding that the nurse call the provider immediately. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acknowledging the client’s emotions without confrontation helps de-escalate the situation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a parent who lost a 12-year-old child in a car crash 2 years ago. Which of the following findings indicates the client is exhibiting manifestations of prolonged grieving?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In prolonged grief, individuals may struggle to move forward and avoid changing their environment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a diagnosis of conversion disorder. Which of the following is an expected finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Conversion disorder involves neurological symptoms such as blindness or paralysis without a medical cause.