ATI RN
ATI 133 Mental Health Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing care to children on a general pediatric unit. Which of the following children should the nurse identify as a potential victim of abuse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A child whose parents answer questions for the child may be a potential victim of abuse as this can indicate control and suppression of the child’s voice possibly to hide abuse.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse notices that a client who has moderate anxiety is pacing the corridor and rambling. As the nurse approaches,the client states I am at the end of my rope. I don’t think I can take any more bad news. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inviting the client to a quiet area offers support and encourages expression of concerns.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse on an inpatient mental health unit is admitting a client who has panic-level anxiety. After orienting the client to his room,which of the following nursing actions is most therapeutic at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Remaining with the client provides a calming presence reducing panic and fostering safety.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a risk factor for shaken baby syndrome?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Low socioeconomic status increases stress and resource scarcity contributing to the risk of shaken baby syndrome.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has septic shock about the development of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: DIC involves abnormal coagulation,consuming fibrinogen and causing microthrombi and bleeding.