ATI RN
ATI NURS 4850 Mental Health Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the parents of a toddler about injury prevention. Which of the following safety measures should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Locking cleaning supplies prevents accidental poisoning in toddlers.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder and attempted suicide. The client tells the nurse,I should have died because I am totally worthless. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reflecting the client's feelings shows empathy and encourages further discussion.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a newly admitted client who has schizophrenia and experiences frequent hallucinations and paranoid delusions. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Limiting questions reduces cognitive overload in schizophrenia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to assist with applying a cast to a preschooler’s arm. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wrapping a toy’s arm familiarizes the child with the casting process.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of older adult clients. Which of the following manifestations indicates one of the clients is experiencing delirium?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Attempting to leave and confusion suggest delirium.