ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An acute mental health unit is admitting a client who has bipolar disorder. Which of the following findings supports the admitting diagnosis of acute mania?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Disorganized speech is a hallmark of acute mania, often reflecting racing thoughts, pressured speech, and difficulty staying on topic.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for an adolescent client who reports being sexually assaulted just prior to admission. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: It's important to encourage the client to share their experience, but it should be done in a sensitive and supportive manner. Gathering information about the situation can help the healthcare team understand the scope of the assault, provide appropriate medical care, and offer necessary emotional support.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a mental health facility is planning care for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and is newly admitted to the unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take regarding the client's compulsive behaviors?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Allowing time for these rituals within the client's schedule, while gently working towards reducing their impact, is a part of a gradual therapeutic approach known as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on a mental health unit is caring for a client who has generalized anxiety disorder. The client received a telephone call that was upsetting, and now the client is pacing up and down the corridors of the unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Walking with the client at a gradually slower pace is a therapeutic approach that allows the nurse to build rapport, provide support, and help the client regulate their emotions.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is making a home visit to a client who has Alzheimer's disease and the client's partner. Which of the following observations indicates to the nurse that the partner is experiencing caregiver role strain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rapid weight loss can be a sign of caregiver stress or burnout. The emotional and physical demands of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can lead to neglect of one's own well-being, including proper nutrition and self-care.