ATI RN
ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is educating clients about recovery from alcohol abuse. Which statement by the client indicates that learning has occurred?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This statement indicates that the client understands the nature of recovery from alcohol abuse. Recovery is indeed a lifelong process that involves continuous effort and commitment. Recognizing that recovery comes in steps shows that the client is aware of the ongoing nature of the process and the need for sustained effort and support.
Choice B is incorrect because detoxification is only the initial step not the entirety of recovery.
Choice C is incorrect as the goal is sobriety not just reducing drinking.
Choice D while true does not fully capture the comprehensive understanding of recovery’s lifelong nature.
Question 2 of 5
The nursing priority for a client in the initial phase of alcohol withdrawal should be to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Replacing fluids is critical to manage dehydration in alcohol withdrawal preventing complications.
Choice A is inappropriate unless immediate danger exists.
Choice B is secondary to physiological stability.
Choice C is important for recovery but not the initial priority.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is aware that the major health complication associated with anorexia nervosa is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cardiac dysrhythmias from electrolyte imbalances are a leading cause of death in anorexia nervosa.
Choice B is significant but less acute.
Choice C is uncomfortable but not life-threatening.
Choice D is less common and manageable.
Question 4 of 5
A client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder is admitted to a psychiatric unit. Which behavior pattern would the nurse expect to observe?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Borderline personality disorder often leads to conflict due to unstable relationships and fear of abandonment.
Choice A is more linked to schizophrenia.
Choice C is not typical as BPD involves intense interactions.
Choice D is more associated with paranoid personality disorder.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is calculating the dose of haloperidol for a client. The prescription is 5 mg IM
Correct Answer: 0.5
Rationale: Calculation: 5 mg ÷ 10 mg/mL = 0.5 mL. The nurse should administer 0.5 mL.