ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse on the psychiatric unit is assessing a client who has moderate anxiety disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A, D
Rationale: Moderate anxiety is associated with physical restlessness, rapid speech, and increased urinary frequency.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about alcohol tolerance with a newly admitted client. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale for
Choice C being correct: The statement "I will develop a decreased physical response to alcohol" indicates an understanding of alcohol tolerance, where the body requires more alcohol to achieve the same effects. This demonstrates comprehension of the concept.
Summary of why other choices are incorrect:
A: Incorrect. Alcohol tolerance does not produce physical changes when alcohol is not ingested.
B: Incorrect. Alcohol tolerance does not affect the response to opiates.
D: Incorrect. Alcohol tolerance is not a medical emergency and is not solely a result of withdrawal.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is dying. The client says, "My mother died in the hospital, but I did not get there before she died." Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: "I wonder if you are fearful of dying alone." This response shows empathy and understanding towards the client's emotional state. It acknowledges the client's feelings of fear and addresses the underlying concern regarding dying alone. It opens up a conversation for the client to express their emotions and concerns.
Incorrect choices:
A: "We will call your family in time for them to get here." - This choice focuses on logistics rather than addressing the client's emotional needs.
C: "I will make sure a staff member is in your room at all times." - This choice addresses physical safety but does not address the emotional aspect of the client's statement.
D: "I will tell your family of your concern so that they can be here." - This choice does not directly address the client's feelings and may not provide the emotional support needed.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assigning a room to a client who is experiencing a manic episode. Which of the following is the most appropriate room selection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A room close to the nursing station allows for close monitoring and quick intervention if necessary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and is in the manic phase. The client says he is bored. Which of the following activities is appropriate for the nurse to suggest to this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Walking with the nurse in the courtyard. Walking provides physical activity, which can help release excess energy often seen in manic phases. It also allows for one-on-one interaction with the nurse, providing a calming and grounding effect. Watching a video (
A) may not engage the client physically. Participating in a basketball game (
C) could be too stimulating and competitive. Joining a group discussion (
D) may be overwhelming due to the fast-paced nature of manic episodes.