ATI RN
ATI Psychiatric Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing dietary teaching to a client who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease about including foods to decrease the progression of the disease. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish like tuna, are considered beneficial for brain health, potentially reducing inflammation and supporting cognitive function, which may slow Alzheimer’s progression. Hamburgers and cheese pizza are high in saturated fats, linked to cognitive decline, and turkey, while a good protein source, lacks the specific neuroprotective benefits of omega-3s.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and is experiencing a manic episode. Which of the following behaviors should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: During a manic episode in bipolar disorder, clients often exhibit rapid speech and flight of ideas due to elevated mood and energy. Increased sleep, loss of interest, and sadness are more characteristic of depressive episodes, not mania.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is discussing relapse potential with a group of clients and their families. The nurse should include which of the following statements about relapse prevention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Relapses are common in the recovery process from substance use disorders and should be viewed as opportunities for learning and growth rather than failures. This perspective encourages clients to identify triggers, refine coping strategies, and strengthen their recovery plan. Viewing relapses as failures, lack of willpower, or rare events can discourage clients and undermine their recovery efforts.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has been brought to the emergency department and is experiencing acute fentanyl toxicity. The nurse should expect to observe which of the following adverse effects in this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fentanyl toxicity, like other opioid overdoses, can cause an irregular rapid heart rate in some cases, though it more commonly leads to respiratory depression, hypotension, and pupillary constriction. Tachypnea and hypertension are not typical, and pupillary dilation is associated with stimulants, not opioids.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is educating a newly licensed nurse about psychiatric pharmacogenomic testing. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Psychiatric pharmacogenomic testing analyzes genetic variations to predict responses to psychiatric medications, helping providers select effective treatments. It does not predict cures, focus on treatment interactions, or determine the cause of mental illness, which are influenced by multiple factors beyond genetics.