ATI LPN
ATI LPN Mental Health Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing care for a client who has been involuntarily admitted for psychiatric treatment. What information about involuntary commitment should the nurse share with the client's family?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: While a psychiatrist may be involved in the decision to commit a client involuntarily, simply stating that the client's behavior is irrational does not provide sufficient information about the reasons for commitment (no reference). Involuntary commitment typically occurs when a person's mental illness makes them a danger to themselves or others. It is essential for the nurse to communicate this crucial information to the client's family to help them understand the necessity of treatment. The inability to manage daily life affairs may be a factor in considering involuntary commitment, but it is not the primary reason for such a decision (no reference). Accusation of a legal offense is not directly related to involuntary commitment for psychiatric treatment, which focuses on the client's mental health and potential risk to self or others (no reference).
Question 2 of 5
An adolescent is known for stealing, fighting, damaging property, and failing in school. Which disorder does the adolescent's behavior align with?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Personality disorders are characterized by enduring maladaptive patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience, exhibited across many contexts and deviating from those accepted by the individual's culture. These patterns develop early, are inflexible, and are associated with significant distress or disability. However, the behaviors described in the question are not specific to personality disorders. Affective disorders, also known as mood disorders, involve persistent feelings of sadness or periods of feeling overly happy, or fluctuations from extreme happiness to extreme sadness. The behaviors mentioned in the question do not align with the symptoms of affective disorders. Dysfunctional disorder is not a recognized term in psychiatric diagnosis.
Therefore, it cannot be the correct answer. Conduct disorder is a mental health condition that affects children and teens. People with this condition persistently display severely antisocial and aggressive behaviors. They may bully others, be abusive to small animals, lie, steal, drink alcohol, use drugs, or skip school, often before their teenage years. The behaviors described in the question align with the symptoms of conduct disorder.
Question 3 of 5
A female client inquires about the number of children the nurse has. The nurse responds and then asks the client the same query. Which concept does this scenario exemplify?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Trust is an essential component of a therapeutic relationship, but it is not exemplified in this scenario. Trust involves believing in and relying on the honesty, integrity, and reliability of another person. Acceptance involves acknowledging and respecting the feelings, beliefs, and experiences of others without judgment. While acceptance is important in a therapeutic relationship, it is not demonstrated in this scenario. The therapeutic use of self involves using one's personality, insights, perceptions, and judgments as part of the therapeutic process. In this scenario, the nurse is using her personal experience (having children) to connect with the client, which is an example of the therapeutic use of self. Empathy involves understanding and sharing the feelings of another person. While empathy is crucial in a therapeutic relationship, it is not demonstrated in this scenario.
Question 4 of 5
What qualities must be communicated to a client to establish a therapeutic relationship?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Mutuality involves a shared understanding and agreement between the nurse and the client about the goals and direction of therapy. Caring involves showing kindness, concern, and support for the client. Empathy involves understanding and sharing the feelings of the client. Genuineness involves being open, honest, and authentic in interactions with the client.
Question 5 of 5
A manic client is speaking very rapidly and with a sense of urgency. What type of speech pattern does this exemplify?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Verbigeration refers to the constant repetition of certain words or phrases, which is not described in the scenario. Pressured speech is a common symptom of bipolar disorder and other mental health conditions. It typically occurs when a person is experiencing manic episodes. During this time, a person may feel compelled to speak quickly, erratically, and without stopping. Neologism refers to the creation of new words or phrases that only have meaning to the individual using them. This is not described in the scenario. Perseveration refers to the repetition of a particular response, such as a word, phrase, or gesture, despite the absence or cessation of a stimulus. This is not described in the scenario.