ATI LPN
ATI PN Mental Health 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about a new prescription for haloperidol with a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Photosensitivity is a haloperidol side effect; this shows understanding. Tinnitus (
A), incontinence (
B), and metallic taste (
C) are not typical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following client statements indicates that the client is experiencing a command hallucination?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Command hallucinations direct actions, like quitting eating (
A). B is a delusion, C is a visual hallucination, and D is paranoia, not commands.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer duloxetine 120 mg PO once daily to a client who has generalized anxiety disorder. Available is duloxetine 30 mg capsules. How many capsules should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use trailing zeros.)
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: Calculation: 120 mg ÷ 30 mg = 4 capsules. This ensures the correct dose.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing information to a client about smoking cessation. Which of the following medications should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bupropion reduces cravings and withdrawal, aiding smoking cessation. A, B, and D are antipsychotics without this indication.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client who has schizophrenia. The nurse should clarify the prescription for ___ due to the client’s ___
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clozapine risks agranulocytosis; a low WBC count (e.g., 4,800/mm³) requires clarification to prevent severe complications.