ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is discussing obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the underlying reason clients with OCD perform ritualistic behaviors?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: OCD rituals are performed to reduce anxiety, even if they are illogical or excessive.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who has autism spectrum disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A, B, C
Rationale: Delayed language skills, repetitive behaviors, and a need for routines are common in autism spectrum disorder.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who was admitted with acute psychosis and is being treated with haloperidol. The nurse should suspect that the client may be experiencing tardive dyskinesia when the client exhibits which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B, D, E
Rationale: Tardive dyskinesia involves involuntary repetitive movements such as lip smacking, facial grimacing, and pelvic rocking.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on an inpatient mental health unit is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder and malnutrition. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to improve the client's nutritional status?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Sit with the client during meals and snacks. This action promotes a therapeutic relationship and provides emotional support, which can help increase the client's motivation to eat. The nurse can also monitor the client's food intake and provide encouragement. Enrolling the client in a nutritional class (
A) may not address the immediate need for support during meals. Weighing the client daily (
B) is important for monitoring progress but does not directly address the client's emotional needs. Consulting with a chaplain (
C) may be beneficial for spiritual support but does not address the client's nutritional needs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is making a home visit to a client who has Alzheimer's disease and the client's partner. Which of the following observations indicates to the nurse that the partner is experiencing caregiver role strain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Unintentional weight loss in a caregiver may indicate stress and burnout.