ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about relapse prevention to a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reporting sleep issues as an early relapse sign shows understanding. Engaging voices, isolating, or avoiding TV misalign with prevention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following a physical assault. The client states, I don't remember what happened to me. The nurse should recognize that the client is using which of the following defense mechanisms?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Repression blocks traumatic memory post-assault. Rationalization justifies, displacement shifts, denial rejects reality.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a rehabilitation center is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder. Which of the following actions by the client indicates mania?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Constant talking (pressured speech) signals mania. Inferiority, hypersomnia, and memory loss suggest depression.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is involuntarily admitted for major depressive disorder and refuses to take a prescribed oral antianxiety medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Offering later respects autonomy unless danger is imminent. Consequences, misinformation, and forced IM violate rights and ethics.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who begins yelling and pacing around the room. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: D, E
Rationale: Short sentences (
D) and identifying stressors (E) de-escalate safely. Loud voice, direct stance, and restraints escalate without need.