ATI RN
ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client hears the word "match." The client replies,"A match is a catch. A catch is a batch. The batch started to hatch. Which communication pattern does the nurse identify?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clang association involves speech governed by word sounds rather than meaning, as seen in the client’s rhyming response.
Question 2 of 5
Which piece of information obtained from the client during the assessment would require immediate investigation from the nurse regarding the client's use of complementary and alternative therapies?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Herbal supplements can interact with medications, requiring immediate investigation to ensure safety.
Question 3 of 5
A client with schizophrenia exhibits flat affect. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging emotional expression supports therapeutic engagement and emotional processing.
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 refers to the creation of new words or phrases that are often only understood by the person who created them. This is a common symptom in schizophrenia, where individuals may invent words that have meaning only to them. The client's use of 'mazurka' fits this definition.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a panic disorder experiences chest pain. The nurse should first:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing for cardiac issues rules out life-threatening conditions before attributing pain to anxiety.