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ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse in the Emergency Department (ED) assesses a 17-year-old patient with blue-tinged lips slowed respirations and pinpoint pupils. The patient has no response to painful stimuli. Which of the following should be the nurse's priority action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Symptoms suggest opioid overdose requiring immediate oxygenation and naloxone via IV.
Choice A is premature without cardiac arrest.
Choice C is secondary if IV access is feasible.
Choice D delays critical intervention.
Question 2 of 5
When assessing a client diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder the nurse expects to identify which characteristic behavior?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Grandiose self-importance is a hallmark of narcissistic personality disorder.
Choice B is more typical of borderline personality disorder.
Choice C relates to dependent personality disorder.
Choice D is characteristic of schizotypal personality disorder.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse assesses that medication teaching about tricyclic antidepressants was understood when the client states:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tricyclic antidepressants take about 4 weeks for full effect due to neurotransmitter adjustment.
Choice B applies to MAOIs.
Choice C is incorrect as TCAs can be used with antianxiety agents.
Choice D is partially true but not the primary focus.
Question 4 of 5
A client with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) reports nightmares. Which response by the nurse is most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Exploring nightmares builds trust and informs treatment.
Choice B dismisses the client’s distress.
Choice C is impractical and harmful.
Choice D is misleading as medication may not immediately resolve nightmares.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with delirium. Which intervention is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Orienting to time and place reduces confusion in delirium.
Choice B may worsen agitation.
Choice C requires medical evaluation first.
Choice D may increase distress by limiting support.