ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam N200 Group 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is giving discharge instructions to the family of a client diagnosed with a neurocognitive disorder. The nurse includes the client's family. Which statement by the family would indicate that teaching has been effective? The family states:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: We can use respite care for short term relief for caregiving. This shows understanding of preventing caregiver burnout a key aspect of effective care.
Question 2 of 5
A client exhibiting dependent behaviors says,Do you think I should move from my parent's house and get a job? Which nursing response is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Let's discuss and explore all of your options. This encourages independent decision-making essential for addressing dependent behaviors.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has anger management issues and starts to explore a career as a professional wrestler. This is an example of which defense mechanism?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sublimation involves channeling unacceptable impulses (anger) into socially acceptable activities (professional wrestling) making it a constructive outlet.
Question 4 of 5
When the nurse admits a client with anorexia nervosa for treatment,the therapeutic milieu should provide: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: observation during and after meals adherence to scheduled meal times and monitoring during bathroom trips prevent purging and establish healthy eating patterns. Fast food trips are inappropriate and daily weight checks are preferred over weekly.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse recognizes that a function of the Mental Status Exam is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: a method of organizing clinical observations. The MSE assesses cognitive and emotional states structuring observations of mood thought processes and orientation.