ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a health history from a client who has iron deficiency anemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fatigue is a hallmark of iron deficiency anemia due to reduced oxygen-carrying capacity from low hemoglobin.
Question 2 of 5
Claudette, the nurse, is conducting group therapy with a group of clients. Which of the following statements made by a client is an example of aggressive communication
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: You'd better listen to me is threatening and demanding characteristic of aggressive communication.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical records of clients on a hospital floor. Which client would the nurse expect is most at risk for hyperthyroidism?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Graves' disease an autoimmune disorder directly causes hyperthyroidism by overproducing thyroid hormones.
Question 4 of 5
Susan,the nurse is caring for a client who states "I plan to commit suicide." Which of the following assessments should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the lethality and means determines the immediacy of the suicide risk prioritizing safety.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is newly diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and reports dry eyes and sensitivity to light. The nurse notes that the client's eyes have a bulging appearance. Which of the following should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Eye drops and dim lighting alleviate discomfort from Graves' ophthalmopathy symptoms like dryness and light sensitivity.