ATI RN
ATI Custom NUR 316 Fall 2023 1MHE Module 4 - 1st 5 units Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse on an acute care mental health unit is examining the belongings of a client who is being admitted following a suicide attempt. Which of the following belongings should the nurse ask the client's partner to take back home?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A necklace could pose a risk for self-harm (e.g., strangulation) in a client admitted following a suicide attempt, unlike the other items which are generally safe.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is educating a client about possible causes of their depressed mood. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stress from a new job could indeed be a cause of a depressed mood. Changes in life circumstances, such as starting a new job, can be stressful and lead to feelings of depression.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in an outpatient facility is teaching a client about the development of mental illness. Which of the following statements by the nurse describes the role of a vulnerability gene?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A vulnerability gene is a variant that increases the risk for the development of a specific mental illness. It does not guarantee the development of the illness, but it increases susceptibility.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia.
Nurses' Notes.
Day 1 1030: Vital Signs.
A 35-year-old client who has schizophrenia is admitted.
Diagnosed 15 years ago.
Brought in by partner and states client has remained in room for the last several days and movements are delayed.
Question 4 of 5
Select the "3" findings that should indicate to the nurse the client is experiencing negative symptoms related to their schizophrenia.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Lack of motivation, lack of energy (anhedonia), and being withdrawn are negative symptoms of schizophrenia, indicating a decrease in purposeful activities, pleasure, and social interest.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is educating a client about possible causes of their depressed mood. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stress from a new job could indeed be a cause of a depressed mood. Changes in life circumstances, such as starting a new job, can be stressful and lead to feelings of depression.