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ATI Mental Health PM 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is making a home visit for a 16-year-old adolescent who attempted suicide. Which of the following behaviors should alert the nurse that the adolescent still has suicidal intent?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Refusing to discuss the attempt may indicate unresolved distress or isolation, suggesting ongoing suicidal intent that requires further exploration.
Question 2 of 5
A mental health nurse is preparing a client who has chronic anxiety for discharge from the psychiatric unit. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the client's discharge plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Identifying anxiety triggers enables the client to develop coping strategies, a key part of managing chronic anxiety effectively via CBT.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder and is starting treatment with an SSRI. The client asks
Correct Answer:
Rationale: SSRIs typically take 2–4 weeks to improve depressive symptoms as serotonin levels adjust, unlike immediate effects.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has borderline personality disorder. Which of the following behaviors should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Fear of abandonment and impulsivity are hallmark BPD traits due to emotional dysregulation and identity issues, unlike consistent mood or employment stability.
Question 5 of 5
A client undergoing burn debridement states
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inviting the client to share their perspective by saying 'Tell me more about that' demonstrates a willingness to listen and understand, building trust and rapport. It promotes exploration of feelings, helping the client process emotions and feel understood, while gathering information to tailor care.