ATI RN
ATI 133 Mental Health Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is talking with the guardian of a school-aged child recently diagnosed with intermittent explosive disorder (IED). The guardian says,My child is impulsive, acts out aggressively, and then seems pleased with themselves. How can my child be happy? Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The sense of relief after an outburst in IED reflects tension release rather than happiness addressing the guardian’s concern empathetically.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing medication records for several clients who have bipolar disorder. The nurse should recognize that which of the following medications are used to treat clients with bipolar disorder? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Valproate carbamazepine and lithium are mood stabilizers used for bipolar disorder.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of older adult clients. Which of the following manifestations indicates one of the clients is experiencing delirium?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Urgent disorientation and confusion suggest delirium in this client.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a potential dietary recommendation for a client with iron-deficiency anemia?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Both vitamin C-rich foods and iron-rich foods like red meat and spinach aid iron absorption and correct deficiency.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in the acute mental health unit is admitting a new client with an eating disorder. The nurse is aware that which of the following are considered comorbidities of eating disorders? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Anxiety depression and OCD are common comorbidities with eating disorders.