ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam f24 Questions
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A nurse is talking with a client who has schizophrenia. Suddenly the client states, 'I'm frightened. Do you hear that? The voices are telling me to do terrible things.' Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct response is A: "What are the voices telling you to do?" This response shows empathy, active listening, and validation of the client's experience. It opens up a dialogue to understand the content and severity of the auditory hallucinations, which is crucial for assessment and intervention planning. It also demonstrates a non-judgmental attitude towards the client's symptoms.
Choice B is incorrect as denying the existence of the voices can undermine the client's reality and trust in the nurse.
Choice C is less appropriate as it focuses on the client's thoughts rather than the immediate concern of the voices.
Choice D is not helpful as it oversimplifies the situation and may worsen the client's distress.
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