ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse tells a patient that they will return in 30 minutes with their medication. The nurse returns 30 minutes later with the patient's medication. Which ethical principle is she demonstrating?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Veracity refers to truthfulness and honesty. The nurse demonstrated veracity by keeping their promise and returning as stated. Other principles are less applicable.
Question 2 of 5
Which situation is an exception to the rule of maintaining patient confidentiality?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Healthcare professionals are legally and ethically obligated to breach confidentiality if a patient poses a risk of harm to themselves or others, under the duty to warn and protect principle. Sharing with family without consent, public discussions, or unauthorized providers violates confidentiality.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is discussing therapeutic milieu with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates and understanding of therapeutic milieu?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Therapeutic milieu refers to the structured environment of a mental health unit, which includes both physical (safety, layout) and psychosocial (staff interactions, routines) components that support healing. Perimeter seating, unrestricted items, and unstructured programming do not align with this concept.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is an example of an adverse childhood experience (ACE)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Physical abuse is a recognized ACE, leading to long-term health consequences. Other options, while upsetting, do not meet the criteria for ACEs unless tied to severe trauma.
Question 5 of 5
What is the goal of trauma-informed care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Trauma-informed care (TI
C) focuses on providing a supportive, safe, and empowering environment for clients who have experienced trauma. The goal is not to force resolution but to foster trust, autonomy, and recovery. TIC does not aim to 'resolve' trauma directly, dwell solely on trauma history, or suppress symptoms but acknowledges them to promote safety and control.