ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
In nursing, veracity refers to the nurse's obligation to provide truthful and accurate information to the client. Which of the following best describes the principle of veracity?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Veracity means providing truthful and accurate information, ensuring clients receive honest details about their care. Fidelity involves keeping promises, justice ensures access, and beneficence/nonmaleficence cover ethical practice.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement by the newly hired staff member demonstrates an understanding of the legal guidelines for caring for clients on a mental health unit?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clients have the right to refuse medication unless a court order mandates it, reflecting legal guidelines. Family presence, discharge consent, and excessive documentation are incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a strategy to reduce nursing burnout?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Proper nutrition, physical activity, and self-care help nurses maintain physical and mental well-being, reducing burnout risk. Extra shifts, isolation, and neglecting self-care increase stress and exhaustion.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to interview a client and is reviewing therapeutic communication techniques. Which of the following should the nurse include in the Interview to invite the client to clarify feelings?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This open-ended question encourages the client to reflect on their coping mechanisms and emotional responses, facilitating deeper discussion and emotional clarification. Other options focus on resources, make assumptions, or address treatment steps, not feelings.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is in physical restraints after demonstrating aggressive behavior. Which of the following criteria must be met before the nurse can remove the restraints?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Restraints should be removed as soon as the client is calm and no longer poses a threat to themselves or others. Remorse is not required, anger alone does not justify restraints, and provider presence is not mandatory for removal.