ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A school nurse is talking with a 13-year-old female at her annual health-screening visit. Which of the following comments made by the adolescent should be the nurse's priority to address?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The statement about not being liked by peers indicates potential social isolation, a priority concern for adolescent mental health.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. The nurse should recognize which of the following clients is at risk for a vitamin B deficiency?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chronic alcohol use disorder can lead to a deficiency in several B vitamins due to impaired absorption and malnutrition.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and a new prescription for valproate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client about the use of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Valproate is an antiepileptic and mood-stabilizing medication commonly used to treat bipolar disorder. One of the potential side effects of valproate is hepatotoxicity (liver damage).
Therefore, monitoring liver function tests (such as serum transaminases) is important to assess the medication's impact on the liver and to ensure the client's safety.
Question 4 of 5
A school nurse is talking with a 13-year-old female at her annual health-screening visit. Which of the following comments made by the adolescent should be the nurse's priority to address?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The statement about not being liked by peers indicates potential social isolation, a priority concern for adolescent mental health.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client whose partner is requesting to bring the client food from home that is not allowed in the client's dietary plan. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In matters involving a client's dietary plan and health, it's important to involve the healthcare provider to make informed decisions. The nurse should guide the partner to communicate their concerns with the provider who has the authority to evaluate the situation, consider the dietary restrictions, and make a decision that aligns with the client's health and recovery.