ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam N200 Group 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
At what point should the nurse determine that a client is at risk for developing mental illness? When:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: maladaptive responses to stress are coupled with interference in daily functioning. This combination indicates a significant risk for mental illness per DSM-5 criteria as it impacts daily life.
Question 2 of 5
After having one conversation with a female nurse,a young male client asks the nurse for her phone number. He says that he would like to date her. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This is a professional relationship, and we need to be clear on that. This response sets clear professional boundaries avoiding personal disclosures or false hopes.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse understands that whether or not a client experiences crisis as a result of a stressful situation depends on the: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: client’s perception coping mechanisms and supports influence whether a stressor becomes a crisis. Time of day is irrelevant.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with schizophrenia,who has been prescribed Haloperidol for the past year. On assessment,the nurse notices that the client is demonstrating bizarre facial and tongue movements. What is the priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hold the dose of Haloperidol and notify the healthcare provider. Bizarre facial and tongue movements suggest tardive dyskinesia a serious side effect of long-term Haloperidol use. Holding the dose and consulting the provider is critical to prevent worsening or irreversible symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing an alert and independent older client for the risk of malnutrition. What item is most appropriate to assess?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tell me what you eat in a typical day. This directly assesses dietary intake providing a comprehensive view of nutritional status. Other options assess access or specific factors but are less direct.