ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2019 NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who is to begin taking aripiprazole. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings is a contraindication for aripiprazole therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aripiprazole can lower the seizure threshold, making seizure disorder a contraindication due to increased seizure risk. Crohn’s disease (
B), asthma (
C), and hypothyroidism (
D) are not direct contraindications, though monitoring may be needed for other effects.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse manager is observing a newly licensed nurse preparing to administer an IM medication to a client who is manic and refuses the medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse manager take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Verbal de-escalation prioritizes communication to calm the client, avoiding restraints (
B), stopping administration (
C), or discussing purpose (
D) before reducing agitation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a medical history from a client who is requesting a prescription for bupropion for smoking cessation. Which of the following assessment findings in the client's history should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bupropion lowers the seizure threshold, and a recent head injury increases seizure risk, requiring provider attention. Hepatitis B (
A), knee surgery (
B), and hypothyroidism (
D) are not contraindications.
Question 4 of 5
A home health nurse is caring for a client who is in the continuation phase of major depressive disorder. The client states, 'I feel unmotivated and don't feel like leaving my home.' Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make to address the client's social isolation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An online self-help course fosters virtual connection, addressing isolation without requiring the client to leave home. Journaling (
B), exercise (
C), and imagery (
D) don’t directly promote social interaction.
Question 5 of 5
Correct Answer:
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