ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam N200 Group 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
If a client demonstrates transference towards the nurse,how should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Help the client to clarify the meaning of the relationship based on the present situation. Transference involves redirecting emotions from past relationships onto the nurse. Exploring these feelings therapeutically helps the client gain insight rather than ignoring terminating or reassigning which avoid the issue.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing an inpatient client with a known history of violence. The client suddenly displays clenched fists. What additional behavior by the client would suggest that the aggression is escalating? The client:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: is pacing around the milieu. Pacing can be a sign of increasing agitation and is often observed in clients who are escalating towards aggressive behavior. This physical activity can indicate restlessness and an inability to calm down. Refusing lunch or requesting medications does not directly indicate aggression and sitting with peers suggests social engagement.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is giving discharge instructions to the family of a client diagnosed with a neurocognitive disorder. The nurse includes the client's family. Which statement by the family would indicate that teaching has been effective? The family states:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: We can use respite care for short term relief for caregiving. This shows understanding of preventing caregiver burnout a key aspect of effective care.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of schizophrenia says to the student nurse,"The mazurkas are coming. The mazurkas are coming." The client's use of the word "mazurka" is most likely a/an
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: neologism. "Mazurka" is a made-up word in this context characteristic of neologisms in schizophrenia. Loose associations involve disconnected thoughts dyslexia affects reading and flight of ideas involves rapid topic shifts.
Question 5 of 5
A client,who is newly admitted with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder,washes their hands ritualistically before any activity. They arrive late to meals and does not have time to finish eating. The appropriate nursing action would be to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: allow the client to continue as is but provide them access to the kitchen. This respects autonomy while allowing gradual exposure therapy to reduce ritual time avoiding abrupt confrontation.