ATI LPN
ATI Mental Health PM 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse manager is discussing suicide with nursing staff. Which of the following should the manager identify as risk factors for suicide? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Male gender, age over 55, and schizophrenia increase suicide risk due to help-seeking reluctance, isolation, and severe mental illness, respectively. Education and recent marriage are not direct risk factors.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Discussing the trauma aids processing, and relaxation techniques reduce hyperarousal, key PTSD interventions, unlike routine sedation or isolation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has borderline personality disorder. Which of the following behaviors should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Fear of abandonment and impulsivity are hallmark BPD traits due to emotional dysregulation and identity issues, unlike consistent mood or employment stability.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has dementia and exhibits wandering behavior. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: A room near the nurse’s station allows monitoring, and door alarms enhance safety without restraints, supporting dementia care principles.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bradycardia, a slow heart rate, is expected in anorexia nervosa as the body conserves energy due to malnutrition, unlike hyperactive bowels or hypertension.