ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam N200 Group 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who lost the ability to use their arm. All tests have ruled out any medical diagnosis. The nurse understands that the loss of use of the arm is a symptom of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: a conversion disorder involves psychological distress manifesting as physical symptoms (e.g. arm paralysis) without medical cause. Avoidance OCD and fractures do not fit this presentation.
Question 2 of 5
Which major health complication is associated with a client diagnosed with anorexia nervosa,does the nurse assess as a priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: cardiac dysrhythmias are a major health complication of anorexia nervosa due to electrolyte imbalances particularly hypokalaemia which can lead to cardiac arrest. This is a life-threatening condition that needs to be monitored closely.
Question 3 of 5
A client, who was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), is now experiencing flashbacks and is displaying irritable behavior. The nurse would:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: remain with the client and ensure safety. Staying with the client during a flashback ensures safety and provides reassurance critical for managing PTSD crises.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement,made by the client in group therapy,would demonstrate to the nurse that the client has made progress with anger and aggression management?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: I realize I have a problem expressing my anger appropriately. Recognizing the issue is a critical step toward managing anger constructively.
Question 5 of 5
A client diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disorder has impairments of memory and judgement and is incapable of performing activities of daily living. Which nursing intervention should take priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assist the client with bathing and toileting. This intervention addresses the client's immediate and essential needs. Ensuring basic hygiene and toileting are crucial for maintaining the client's health dignity and comfort. Assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) is a priority for clients who are unable to perform these tasks independently. Design a bulletin board to represent the current season. While this can help with orientation and provide a sense of time and place it is not as critical as addressing the client's basic physical needs. Present evidence of objective reality to improve cognition. Reality orientation can be beneficial but it is not a priority intervention compared to meeting the client's immediate physical needs. Label the door to the client's room with name and number. This helps with orientation and independence but is less critical than ensuring the client's hygiene and toileting needs are met.