ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is speaking with the sibling of a client who refuses to see visitors. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Informing the sibling that the client does not want visitors respects the client’s wishes and maintains their autonomy and confidentiality. This action upholds the client’s rights without pressuring them.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following client statements indicates that the client is experiencing a command hallucination?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The statement 'The voices told me to quit eating the food here' is indicative of a command hallucination, where the client hears voices instructing them to take specific actions. This distinguishes it from visual hallucinations or delusions.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is speaking with the sibling of a client who refuses to see visitors. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Informing the sibling that the client does not want visitors respects the client’s wishes and maintains their autonomy and confidentiality. This action upholds the client’s rights without pressuring them.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the caregiver of a client who has Alzheimer's disease. The caregiver reports that the client awakens at night and wanders. Which of the following strategies should the nurse suggest?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing a lock at the top of doors helps prevent the client from wandering outside, ensuring safety. This is a practical, non-restrictive measure to manage nighttime wandering in Alzheimer’s.
Question 5 of 5
A client who delivered a healthy newborn 4 weeks ago calls her provider's office and tells the nurse
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about the baby’s current condition immediately assesses safety and well-being, which is the nurse’s priority. This ensures potential risks, like postpartum depression or infant harm, are addressed first.