ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health Exam IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about alcohol withdrawal with a client who has a history of alcohol use disorder. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Disulfiram will prevent my cravings for alcohol.' Disulfiram (Antabuse) is a medication that causes a severe adverse reaction when alcohol is consumed, acting as a deterrent. It does not prevent cravings for alcohol. 'One should expect hand tremors to start less than 24 hours after I stop drinking.' Hand tremors are one of the early signs of alcohol withdrawal and typically begin within 6 to 12 hours after the last drink. 'Withdrawal symptoms should last about 5 to 7 days once they begin.' Alcohol withdrawal symptoms usually peak within 24 to 48 hours and can last up to 72 hours, though some symptoms may persist longer in severe cases. 'It is important that I take Vitamin C to prevent liver cirrhosis or other liver damage.' While vitamin supplementation is important for overall health, taking Vitamin C does not specifically prevent liver cirrhosis or other liver damage.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has hypertension and inquires if there is a herbal supplement that can be used to help lower blood pressure. The nurse should identify which of the following herbal supplements the client can use to help lower blood pressure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Garlic’s allicin relaxes blood vessels, reducing blood pressure, supported by studies in hypertension. Probiotics aid gut health, ginger has weaker evidence, and valerian treats insomnia—not BP. Garlic is the strongest evidence-based option.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is threatening to commit suicide. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: What will you accomplish by taking your life?' This question is not therapeutic and may be perceived as judgmental or dismissive. 'What happened to you in the past to make you so desperate?' This question focuses on past events and may not address the immediate crisis. 'Why do you feel depressed enough to end your life?' This question is less direct and may not elicit a specific plan, which is crucial for assessing risk. 'How will you carry out your plan?' This question is direct and helps to determine if the client has a specific plan, which is a key factor in assessing the immediacy and severity of the suicide risk.
Question 4 of 5
The most therapeutic caregiver intervention for a client with anger and aggression is which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Share findings with other caregivers. Sharing information with other caregivers is important for continuity of care but is not a direct intervention for managing anger and aggression. Set limits on client behaviors. Setting limits on behavior is necessary, but it should be done within the context of a trusting relationship. Establish and maintain a trusting relationship: Building a trusting relationship is the foundation for effective therapeutic interventions, including managing anger and aggression. Offer prn medication: Offering prn medication can help manage symptoms but should be part of a broader therapeutic strategy.
Question 5 of 5
An abused pregnant woman gives birth to a baby girl. The nurse should suspect which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Delivery at full term: Abuse and stress during pregnancy are associated with preterm birth rather than full-term delivery. Low birth-weight infant: Abuse during pregnancy can lead to poor prenatal care, increased stress, and health complications, all of which contribute to low birth weight in infants. Adequate prenatal care: Abused pregnant women often receive inadequate prenatal care due to controlling behaviors of the abuser or fear of seeking help. Mother openly seeks help: Victims of abuse often do not openly seek help due to fear, shame, or control by the abuser.