ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing treatment alternatives for managing a client's behavior. The nurse should identify that which of the following examples describes the least restrictive alternative?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Verbal redirection to a room is the least restrictive intervention, avoiding confinement or medication. Restraints, seclusion, and antipsychotics are more restrictive.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a mental health unit is discussing restraints and seclusion with a group of newly hired nurses. At which of the following times should a nurse discuss the restraint and seclusion policy with a client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The best time to discuss policies on restraints and seclusion is at admission, when clients are calm and able to understand their rights. Other times are less effective or inappropriate.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a mental health unit is discussing consent with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Informed consent requires discussing alternative treatments, risks, benefits, and refusal consequences. Implied consent applies in emergencies, and only providers obtain consent.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a client who is contemplating a behavior change. According to the processes of Motivational Interviewing, which of the following client behaviors indicates that the nurse has successfully engaged with the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: When a client verbalizes reasons for change, it shows they are actively considering action, a key goal of motivational interviewing. Other behaviors are less indicative of engagement.
Question 5 of 5
During what phase of the nurse-client relationship does the mutual level of trust and comfort occur? The patient is more accepting of the nurse's intervention and sees the nurse as a source of aid.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The working phase is when trust is fully developed, and the client actively engages in care, accepting interventions. Other phases are earlier or focus on closure.