ATI RN
ATI RN Mental health 2019 NGN II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication administration record of a client who has major depressive disorder and a new prescription for selegiline. The nurse should recognize that which of the following client medications is contraindicated when taken with selegiline?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluoxetine with selegiline increases serotonin syndrome risk a potentially life-threatening condition.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing for an interprofessional team meeting regarding a newly admitted client who has major depressive disorder. Which of the following findings obtained during the initial assessment is the priority to report to other disciplines?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Psychomotor retardation may indicate severe depression or suicide risk requiring urgent team attention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about contributing factors that can lead to the development of conduct disorder. Which of the following factors related to family dynamics should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Parental presence particularly a father's involvement influences emotional and behavioral development reducing conduct disorder risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a mental health facility is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who is taking lithium carbonate. Which of the following findings places the client at risk for lithium toxicity?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low sodium levels impair lithium excretion increasing toxicity risk requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning to conduct a support group for adolescents who have cancer. Which of the following actions should the nurse include during the orientation phase?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Establishing rapport during orientation builds trust creating a safe space for group participation.