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ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
One liter of normal saline is to infuse over 8 hours. At what rate will the nurse set the infusion pump?
Correct Answer: 125
Rationale: Calculation: 1 liter = 1000 mL ÷ 8 hours = 125 mL/hour. The infusion pump should be set to 125 mL/hour.
Question 2 of 5
During intake assessment the nurse is most likely to hear a client with major depressive disorder say which of the following statements about depression? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A C D
Rationale:
Choice A reflects suicidal ideation common in major depressive disorder.
Choice C indicates guilt and worthlessness hallmark symptoms.
Choice D shows recognition of episodic nature possible in some clients.
Choice B is less typical as it suggests avoidance not a core symptom.
Choice E is less likely due to lack of motivation in depression.
Question 3 of 5
A psychiatrist prescribes a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) for a client. When teaching the client about food interactions with the medication which foods will the nurse caution the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pepperoni pizza and red wine are high in tyramine which can cause hypertensive crisis with MAOIs.
Choices A B and D do not contain significant tyramine and are safe.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer lorazepam 2 mg IV for a client with acute anxiety. The available concentration is 4 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 0.5
Rationale: Calculation: 2 mg ÷ 4 mg/mL = 0.5 mL. The nurse should administer 0.5 mL.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected eating disorder. Which finding supports a diagnosis of bulimia nervosa?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Eroded tooth enamel from purging is a hallmark of bulimia nervosa.
Choice B is more typical of anorexia nervosa.
Choice C contradicts bulimia’s binge-purge cycle.
Choice D is associated with anorexia not bulimia.