ATI RN
Mental Health ATI RN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is completing a family assessment for a victim of intimate partner violence. Which characteristic of the abuser will the nurse identify when completing the assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Abusers often display controlling behavior including possessiveness and neediness limiting the victim’s freedom. Remorse is less common high self-esteem is not universal and encouraging independence contradicts typical abuser behavior.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse observes another nurse acting flirtatiously and bringing small gifts such as candy to a client in the behavioral health unit. Which action is a priority by the observing nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reporting to a supervisor ensures investigation of unprofessional behavior protecting the client. Ignoring risks harm confronting may escalate and discussing with the client is inappropriate.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is working with a client at the battered women's shelter who is in a violent and abusive relationship. The client is considering a separation and asks the nurse 'What do you think about that?' Which is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This response is the most supportive and empowering for the client. It acknowledges the client's agency in making decisions and conveys hope that leaving may prompt the partner to realize the need to change their behavior. It avoids fear generalizations or threats fostering a non-judgmental environment.
Question 4 of 5
After an angry outburst a client quickly appears calmer and receptive to input from the nurse. Which is the most helpful response to the client at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: When a client has an angry outburst and then quickly appears calmer and receptive to input from the nurse it is important for the nurse to address the underlying cause of the outburst and explore the client's feelings and emotions. By asking What happened that got you so upset? the nurse is inviting the client to express their feelings and share what triggered their anger. This can help the nurse understand the client's perspective provide appropriate support and potentially de-escalate any remaining tension. Dismissing focusing on the nurse’s feelings or judging the behavior hinders therapeutic communication.
Question 5 of 5
A client with depression is admitted for voluntary treatment. While in the hospital the client makes several comments about leaving the facility and killing themselves with their gun. Which is the most appropriate action by the nurse when the client requests to leave against medical advice?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Expressing suicidal ideation with a specific plan raises serious safety concerns. Initiating commitment proceedings allows for legal detention and evaluation to ensure the client’s safety. Calling security may escalate the situation family persuasion may be insufficient and allowing departure ignores the immediate risk.