ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health Level 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is performing a psychosocial assessment, the nurse will consider which of the following:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Client’s insurance status is important for planning but not a primary focus of a psychosocial assessment. Client history is part of the assessment but doesn’t cover the psychosocial aspect comprehensively. Client’s culture and spiritual beliefs are critical but not the sole focus. Client’s mood and affect are important components of the current psychological state, providing insight into emotional distress or disorders.
Question 2 of 5
The client tells the nurse 'My biggest problem right now is trying to deal with a divorce. I didn’t want a divorce and I still don’t. But it’s happening anyway!' Which of the following responses by the nurse will convey empathy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: You must be devastated presumes the client’s feelings, which may not be accurate. Sounds like it has been a difficult time acknowledges the client’s feelings and difficulty without assumptions, showing empathy. When one door closes, another door opens can be dismissive of the client’s feelings. I’m so sorry, no wonder you are upset combines sympathy and presumption, not fully conveying empathy.
Question 3 of 5
What is meant by 'revolving door effect' in mental health care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shorter and more frequent hospital stays for persons with severe and persistent mental illness refers to the pattern of repeated admissions and discharges due to inadequate community support, defining the 'revolving door effect.' Flexible treatment settings for mentally ill implies a positive approach, opposite to the effect. Most effective and least expensive treatment settings is incorrect as the effect is associated with higher costs and less effective care. An overall reduction in incidence of severe mental illness is the opposite of the effect.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newly admitted client who is suspicious of the nursing staff and other clients. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to establish a relationship with this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Disclose some personal information to the client is not appropriate and may not build trust. Wait for the client to initiate interactions with the nurse might prolong trust establishment. Set aside short, frequent times each day to spend with the client helps build trust through regular, consistent interaction. Tell the client he reminds the nurse of her father can be inappropriate and unhelpful in building a professional relationship.
Question 5 of 5
During the working phase of the nurse-client relationship, the nurse directs the client to do which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Abandon old needs is not realistic or supportive during the working phase. Seek assistance is more appropriate for the orientation phase. Explore feelings is key during the working phase to understand and address mental health issues, facilitating self-awareness. Show positive change is an outcome, not a directive during this phase.