ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2023 with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching the caregiver of a client who has advanced Alzheimer's disease about home safety. Which of the following statements by the caregiver indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A sliding bolt lock prevents wandering, a key safety issue in advanced Alzheimer’s. Delayed reporting, photos, and a dark room don’t address immediate prevention or fall risks.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a mental health facility is caring for a client who is being aggressive toward other clients. Which of the following actions is the priority for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about intent to harm assesses immediate safety risks, the priority in aggression. Stress reduction, role modeling, and lists are secondary.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning to lead a support group for clients who have alcohol use disorder. One of the group members is a client who speaks a different language than the nurse. Which of the following individuals should the nurse ask to assist with communication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A translator ensures accurate, confidential communication, respecting privacy. Secretaries lack training, another client breaches confidentiality, and family may bias.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in an acute care mental health facility is caring for a client who has been placed in seclusion following an acute violent episode. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Obtaining a prescription within 30 minutes ensures legal and ethical justification for seclusion. Six hours exceeds typical limits (4 hours max), vital signs need more frequent checks (every 15-60 minutes), and documentation should be every 15 minutes.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failure to recognize objects (agnosia) is common in Alzheimer’s due to brain deterioration. Altered consciousness, excessive activity, and rapid mood swings are less typical.