ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has bipolar disorder and has a new prescription for lithium. To address possible adverse effects, the nurse should include that which of the following laboratory values will be monitored while the client is taking this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lithium affects sodium balance and renal function; monitoring sodium levels prevents hyponatremia, a key adverse effect, unlike liver enzymes, uric acid, or ESR.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Lanugo (
A) is fine hair that develops due to malnutrition in anorexia to regulate body temperature. Cold extremities (
B) result from reduced body fat and poor circulation. Hypotension (
C) occurs due to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances from malnutrition.
Tooth erosion (
D) is common in purging subtypes from stomach acid exposure during vomiting. Diarrhea (E) can occasionally occur due to malnutrition-related bowel changes, though constipation is more typical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has depression and reports only sleeping a few hours each night. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client to promote sleep?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Limiting caffeine, a stimulant, to two daily servings promotes sleep by reducing interference with rest, unlike alcohol, naps, or late meals, which disrupt sleep patterns.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data for a health history from a client who has antisocial personality disorder. Which of the following clinical findings is associated with this disorder?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploiting others is a core ASPD trait, reflecting manipulation for gain, unlike anxiety, withdrawal, or blunted affect, which are not characteristic.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a substance use disorder clinic is explaining the alcohol recovery process to a client’s family. Which of the following should the nurse identify as the first step toward successful recovery from alcohol use disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acknowledging loss of control over drinking is the foundational step in recovery, motivating treatment engagement, unlike later steps like medication or support networks.