ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer haloperidol 75 mg IM per week. Available is haloperidol decanoate 100 mg/ml for injection. How many ml should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest hundredth. Use a leading zero if it applies.)
Correct Answer: 0.75
Rationale:
To calculate the volume (mL) of haloperidol decanoate needed, use the formula: Volume (mL) = Dose (mg) / Concentration (mg/mL). Given Dose = 75 mg and Concentration = 100 mg/mL, Volume = 75 mg / 100 mg/mL = 0.75 mL.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has cancer and is scheduled for immediate chemotherapy. The client tells the nurse that she wants to try nontraditional treatments first. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This is the most appropriate response. It demonstrates active listening, empathy, and a willingness to understand the client's perspective. By asking the client to share more about their concerns, the nurse can engage in a meaningful conversation and provide information and support based on the client's needs.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is admitting an older adult client who has a suspected cognitive disorder. Which of the following inventories should be included as part of the admission assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The MSE is a structured assessment of a client's current cognitive functioning, emotional state, and thought processes, crucial for evaluating suspected cognitive disorders.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bradycardia (abnormally slow heart rate) is a common cardiovascular manifestation in individuals with anorexia nervosa. It is often a result of the body's adaptive response to conserve energy due to severe malnutrition and reduced caloric intake.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has multiple medication prescriptions and must take the medications at specific intervals when at home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: It's important to consider the client's lifestyle and routines when developing a medication schedule to ensure optimal adherence. Collaboratively working with the client to create a schedule that fits their daily activities increases the likelihood that they will consistently take their medications as prescribed.