ATI RN
ATI RN Mental health 2019 NGN II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing behavioral therapy for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder. The client repeatedly checks that the doors are locked at night. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client when using thought stopping technique?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Snapping a rubber band disrupts obsessive thoughts aiding thought-stopping in OCD therapy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has just received a terminal cancer diagnosis from his provider. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allowing time to grieve supports emotional processing without rushing the client post-diagnosis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is educating a patient with an eating disorder about the treatment options. Which statement made by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Relapse prevention is critical for sustained recovery indicating a misunderstanding needing correction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse has placed a client who has become physically aggressive into seclusion. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent documentation ensures ongoing safety assessment during seclusion for aggression.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an anxiety disorder and is scheduled for a procedure. The client informs the nurse that they do not want to have the procedure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Informing the client of their right to refuse respects autonomy and legal principles.