ATI RN
ATI Mental Health NPRO 2000 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is in the manic phase of bipolar disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Consistent routines stabilize mood and reduce agitation. Stimulation (
A), seclusion (
B), and napping bans (
D) may worsen mania.
Question 2 of 5
An anxiolytic agent has been prescribed for the client. Which of the following statements by the client would indicate to the nurse that client education about this medication has been effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anxiolytics reduce anxiety to aid problem-solving. Long-term use (
A), no addiction risk (
C), and complete elimination (
D) are incorrect.
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: A,B,C
Rationale: Pelvic rocking (
A), grimacing/blinking (
B), and tongue/lip movements (
C) are tardive dyskinesia signs. Tremors (
D) are parkinsonism, and retention/constipation (E) are unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is having difficulty sleeping and is pacing the floor. The client's head down, and he is wringing his hands. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Remaining with the client provides reassurance and safety during agitation. Medication (
A), returning to bed (
B), and alternatives (
C) are secondary.
Question 5 of 5
Which behavior would first alert the school nurse or teacher to suspect sexual abuse in a 7-year-old child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sexually explicit stories suggest exposure to inappropriate content, warranting investigation. Peer preference (
A), learning problems (
B), and poor clothing (D, neglect) are less specific.