ATI RN
Mental Health ATI RN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An alert oriented older adult client has been financially and emotionally abused by their adult children for the past several years but has not reported the abuse to anyone. Which reason does the nurse identify is most likely why the client has not reported the abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Emotional closeness and fear of harming family often prevent reporting abuse. Laws protect against family abuse financial barriers are secondary and abuse includes non-physical forms.
Question 2 of 5
An angry client has just thrown a chair across the room and is racing to pick up another chair to throw. Which is the most appropriate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The client’s violent behavior poses an immediate risk requiring trained personnel to ensure safety. Verbal de-escalation or confrontation may escalate and problem-solving is inappropriate during active aggression.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is working with a client who has frequent angry outbursts which is disrupting life at home. Which statement by the nurse is most helpful when working with this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Validating anger as normal and suggesting its use for problem-solving encourages healthy expression. Physical outlets reducing assertiveness or suppression do not address underlying issues constructively.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse observes another nurse acting flirtatiously and bringing small gifts such as candy to a client in the behavioral health unit. Which action is a priority by the observing nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reporting to a supervisor ensures investigation of unprofessional behavior protecting the client. Ignoring risks harm confronting may escalate and discussing with the client is inappropriate.
Question 5 of 5
A young client tells the nurse that the client's spouse died 3 months ago and the client is feeling alone and vulnerable. Which statement indicates that the client's coping skills are adequate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Seeking a support group shows proactive coping addressing loneliness effectively. Overconfidence abandonment feelings or confusion suggest less adequate coping.