ATI RN
ATI NURS 4850 Mental Health Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse on a mental health unit is caring for clients who have various diagnoses. When determining that the traction is the following client diagnoses as presenting the greatest risk for suicide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Major depressive disorder carries the highest suicide risk due to severe symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a toddler at a well-child visit. At what point in the physical examination should the nurse examine the child’s tympanic membrane?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Examining the tympanic membrane last builds trust and reduces distress.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse on a long-term care unit is creating a plan of care for a client who has Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Breaking tasks into simple steps reduces confusion and supports independence in Alzheimer's clients.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a PACU is admitting a client who is postoperative following anesthesia from the waist down. Which of the following interventions should the nurse take to prevent aspiration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suctioning removes secretions reducing aspiration risk post-anesthesia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia and tells the nurse,“They lie about me all the time and they are trying to poison my food.” Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging fear validates emotions without reinforcing delusions.