ATI RN
ATI 133 Mental Health Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Susan,the nurse is caring for a client who states "I plan to commit suicide." Which of the following assessments should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the lethality and means determines the immediacy of the suicide risk prioritizing safety.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. Which of the following risk factors for this disorder should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heparin therapy is a significant risk factor for heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) due to exposure to heparin which can trigger an immune response causing platelet activation and thrombosis.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a characteristic sign of hyperthyroidism?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tremors and nervousness result from increased metabolism and sympathetic activity in hyperthyroidism.
Question 4 of 5
Charles, the nurse, is working in an emergency department and is assessing a preschool-age child who reports abdominal pain. Which of the following findings should alert the nurse to possible abuse (select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Ecchymosis on the torso and round burn marks suggest abuse due to their unusual pattern and location.
Question 5 of 5
What treatment is commonly used for aggressive behavior disorder?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: CBT helps modify triggers and coping strategies for aggressive behavior disorders.