ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing medication records for several clients who have bipolar disorder. The nurse should recognize that which of the following medications are used to treat clients who have bipolar disorder? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Lithium olanzapine carbamazepine and valproic acid are used to treat bipolar disorder managing manic and depressive episodes. Donepezil is used for Alzheimer's disease not bipolar disorder.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a mental health facility is planning care for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and is newly admitted to the unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take regarding the client's compulsive behaviors?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clients with OCD often perform compulsive rituals to reduce anxiety. Planning time for rituals allows the nurse to balance the need to manage the behavior with the need to provide structure and care. Isolation strict limits or confrontation can increase anxiety and worsen compulsive behaviors.
Question 3 of 5
A charge nurse is teaching a group of nurses about the antagonist action of medications. The nurse should include in the teaching that which of the following antagonist medications is used for benzodiazepines?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flumazenil is a benzodiazepine antagonist used to reverse the effects of benzodiazepine overdose or sedation. Naloxone reverses opioids diphenhydramine is an antihistamine and protamine reverses heparin.
Question 4 of 5
A client with Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) asks how her condition differs from premenstrual syndrome (PMS). What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMD
D) is a more severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) characterized by mood disturbances irritability and functional impairment that significantly affect a person's ability to function in daily life. Other options misrepresent the differences.
Question 5 of 5
A client with PTSD experiences exaggerated startle response. The client is paranoid and hypervigilant. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A structured environment with predictable routines and consistent staff can help clients with PTSD feel more secure and reduce feelings of anxiety hypervigilance and paranoia. Predictability and structure are key interventions for clients with PTSD. Support groups and mindfulness may be helpful long-term and sedatives should be a secondary intervention after establishing a supportive environment.