ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health 2023 Exam 2 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: The correct answer is C: "I will place a sliding bolt lock just above the doorknob." This statement indicates an understanding of the teaching on home safety for a client with advanced Alzheimer's disease because it addresses the specific safety measure of installing a sliding bolt lock to prevent the client from wandering outside unsupervised. This type of lock is a practical strategy to enhance the client's safety by restricting access to potentially dangerous areas.
Choice A is incorrect because notifying law enforcement within 2 hours of the client not being found is not a preventative safety measure.
Choice B is incorrect as giving a photo to the police is reactive and may not prevent the client from wandering.
Choice D is incorrect as ensuring the bedroom is dark at night does not directly address the safety concern of wandering.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer haloperidol 7 mg IM to a client who is severely agitated. Available is haloperidol injection 5 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 1.4
Rationale: The correct answer is 1.4 mL.
To calculate this, you divide the desired dose by the concentration of the drug. In this case, 7 mg ÷ 5 mg/mL = 1.4 mL. This ensures the client receives the correct dosage.
Choice A (2.5 mL) is incorrect as it would result in administering more than the prescribed dose.
Choice B (0.5 mL) is incorrect as it would not provide the full 7 mg dose needed for the client's condition.
Choice C (3 mL) is incorrect as it would exceed the prescribed dosage, potentially leading to adverse effects.
Choice D, E, F, and G are not valid options as they are not within a reasonable range based on the calculation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Preoccupation with details. Individuals with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder are known for their perfectionism and preoccupation with details. This trait can manifest in their need for precision and order in various aspects of their life. This behavior is a key characteristic of this personality disorder.
Choice A, Exploitative behavior, is more commonly seen in individuals with antisocial personality disorder.
Choice B, Lack of empathy, is more associated with narcissistic personality disorder.
Choice C, Excessive clinging, is not a typical feature of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.
In summary, the other choices are incorrect because they do not align with the characteristic traits commonly seen in individuals with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.
Extract:
Provider Prescriptions
• Olanzapine 10 mg tablet PO daily
• Alprazolam 1 mg tablet PO three times daily PRN anxiety
Nurses’ Notes
Client reports hearing voices that are talking about race cars and race tracks. Client appears diaphoretic and pale. Client reports weight gain of 2.2 kg (4.9 lb) in the past week.
Graphic Record
• BP 128/82 mmHg
• Pulse rate 98/min
• Respiratory rate 20/min
• Temperature 39.4° C (103° F)
• SaO2 95%
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has schizophrenia. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? (Click on the “Exhibit” button for additional information about the client. There are three tabs that contain separate categories of data.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Temperature. The nurse should report temperature findings to the provider as it can indicate potential infection or other medical issues. Elevated temperature can be a sign of infection which could exacerbate the client's schizophrenia symptoms. Blood pressure (
B) and weight gain (
C) may be important but are not as urgent as temperature in this scenario. Hallucinations (
D) are a symptom of schizophrenia and should be addressed by the nurse but are not typically reported to the provider as they are expected in this client population.
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Question 5 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. The nurse should ask which of the following individuals to assist with communication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: A translator of the same gender as the client. This choice ensures effective communication while also considering the cultural and gender preferences of the client. The translator will facilitate accurate exchange of information, maintaining confidentiality.
Choice A, a unit secretary, may not have the necessary skills for translation.
Choice C, another client, may not be reliable or appropriate to maintain professional boundaries.
Choice D, a family member, may introduce bias or confidentiality concerns.