ATI RN
ATI Mental Health assessment Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical records of a group of clients. For which of the following clients should the nurse implement seizure precautions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Benzodiazepine withdrawal increases seizure risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a newly admitted client who has major depressive disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a risk factor for this condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Serotonin deficiency is a biological risk factor for major depressive disorder as it affects mood regulation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who requires close observation. Which of the following rights should the nurse identify that the client has forfeited due to the potential for safety hazards?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Close observation for safety temporarily limits privacy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is conducting a child maltreatment screening of a family who has a toddler. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indicator of possible child neglect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lack of immunizations indicates medical neglect a form of child neglect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who has autism spectrum disorder. Which of the following behaviors should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Lack of eye contact spinning toys and withdrawal are common in autism.