ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer ziprasidone 10 mg IM every 6 hr. Available is ziprasidone 20 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 0.5
Rationale:
To calculate the amount: Amount (mL) = Desired Dose (mg) / Concentration (mg/mL). Amount (mL) = 10 mg / 20 mg/mL = 0.5 mL.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing treatment of depressive disorders with a client who has major depression. Which of the following client statements indicates understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Depressive disorders, including major depression, are complex conditions that typically require a multifaceted approach to treatment. Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, is an important component of treating depression. It involves working with a trained therapist to explore and address the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors contributing to the depression.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has bipolar disorder about lithium. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lithium is a commonly used medication for treating bipolar disorder, and therapeutic drug monitoring is crucial to ensure its effectiveness and prevent potential toxicity. Monitoring the client's lithium levels in the blood is important because lithium has a narrow therapeutic range, meaning that levels that are too low might not provide the desired therapeutic effect, while levels that are too high can lead to toxicity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse who works in a psychiatric unit is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder. The client comes to the nurse's station at 0300 demanding that the nurse call the provider immediately. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This is the most therapeutic response. It acknowledges the client's feelings without judgment and opens up communication. It allows the nurse to explore the client's concerns, which is essential in providing appropriate care and support in a psychiatric setting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. The nurse should recognize which of the following clients is at risk for a vitamin B deficiency?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chronic alcohol use disorder can lead to a deficiency in several B vitamins due to impaired absorption and malnutrition.