ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2019 NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: D
Rationale: The presence of several siblings in the family dynamic can contribute to the development of conduct disorder. Increased family size can lead to competition for attention and resources, affecting the child's behavior. Birth order (
A) is not a primary factor, father's presence (
B) is neutral without specific dynamics, and mother's asthma (
C) is unrelated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a medical history from a client who is requesting a prescription for bupropion for smoking cessation. Which of the following assessment findings in the client's history should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bupropion lowers the seizure threshold, and a recent head injury increases seizure risk, requiring provider attention. Hepatitis B (
A), knee surgery (
B), and hypothyroidism (
D) are not contraindications.
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: D
Rationale: The presence of several siblings in the family dynamic can contribute to the development of conduct disorder. Increased family size can lead to competition for attention and resources, affecting the child's behavior. Birth order (
A) is not a primary factor, father's presence (
B) is neutral without specific dynamics, and mother's asthma (
C) is unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has a new diagnosis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Methylphenidate, a stimulant, is standard for ADHD, improving focus. Risperidone (
A), valproate (
B), and lithium (
C) are used for other conditions like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings requires immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blood pH 7.60 indicates alkalosis, risking arrhythmias, requiring urgent intervention. Lanugo (
A), edema (
B), and normal BUN (
C) are concerning but less immediate.