ATI RN
ATI Mental Health 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing new prescriptions for a client who is experiencing acute manifestations of alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect the provider to prescribe for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chlordiazepoxide, a benzodiazepine, manages withdrawal symptoms like seizures. Disulfiram deters drinking, buprenorphine treats opioids, bupropion aids smoking cessation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse has placed a client who has become physically aggressive into seclusion. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent documentation ensures safety and compliance. Food/fluids and vitals are less frequent, prescription is urgent but secondary.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about self-care behaviors to a client who has major depressive disorder. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using past coping mechanisms shows self-care understanding. Bed rest worsens depression, avoidance delays healing, dependency hinders autonomy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has antisocial personality disorder and reports planning to hurt their partner upon discharge. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse has a legal and ethical duty to report threats of harm to others, prioritizing safety over confidentiality. Extending stay is secondary, risk management is not immediate, and confidentiality does not apply here.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is conducting an admission interview with a client who is experiencing mania. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inappropriate comments signal poor impulse control, needing attention. Eating, speech, and hygiene are less urgent.