ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a drug and alcohol detoxification center is planning care for a client who has alcohol use disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The detoxification process from alcohol can result in withdrawal symptoms that range from mild discomfort to severe medical complications. Adequate hydration and rest are essential during this phase to manage withdrawal symptoms and prevent potential complications such as dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and seizures.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has a history of violent behavior and has asked the nurse to keep confidential information about he desire to kill several classmates and a school teacher. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate to give?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client's statement about having a desire to harm others, especially classmates and a school teacher, raises significant concerns about the safety and well-being of not only the client but also the potential victims. In cases where the client poses a risk of harm to themselves or others, the nurse has a duty to breach confidentiality to ensure the safety of all involved parties.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed tetracycline 2 grams daily PO in four divided doses every 6 hr. Available is tetracycline 250 mg capsules. How many capsules 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: 2
Rationale:
To calculate the number of capsules per dose:
Total daily dose = 2 grams = 2000 mg. Divided into 4 doses = 2000 mg / 4 = 500 mg per dose. Each capsule is 250 mg, so 500 mg / 250 mg/capsule = 2 capsules per dose.
Question 5 of 5
A client who has major depressive disorder states to the nurse that he and his family would be better off if he were gone. Which of the following is the nurse's priority response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This is the priority response because it directly addresses the client's statement about being better off gone, which raises concerns about potential suicidal thoughts. Asking this question allows the nurse to assess the client's risk of self-harm or suicide and take appropriate actions to ensure their safety.