ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Proctored Exam Questions
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A school nurse is caring for an adolescent client whose teacher reports changes in school performance and withdrawal from interaction with classmates. Which of the following interventions is the nurse’s priority at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Ask the adolescent if he is considering hurting himself. This is the priority intervention because it addresses the immediate safety and well-being of the adolescent. By directly asking about thoughts of self-harm, the nurse can assess the risk of suicide and provide appropriate interventions if necessary. Contacting the parents (choice
A) can be important but not the priority in this situation. Suggesting support groups (choice
B) and determining when the behavior changes began (choice
D) are important steps but not as urgent as assessing for suicidal ideation.
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