ATI RN
ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge instructions to the client taking disulfiram. Which of the following items should the nurse teach the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Disulfiram causes adverse reactions with alcohol by inhibiting acetaldehyde metabolism so alcoholic beverages must be avoided.
Choices A B and C do not interact with disulfiram.
Question 2 of 5
A client with alcohol withdrawal is prescribed diazepam. What is the primary purpose of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diazepam is used in alcohol withdrawal to prevent seizures by calming CNS hyperactivity.
Choice B is unrelated to diazepam’s primary role.
Choice C may occur but is secondary.
Choice D is a side effect not the primary purpose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with anorexia nervosa. Which laboratory finding should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypokalemia is common in anorexia nervosa due to malnutrition and purging.
Choice B may occur in liver disease not typical in anorexia.
Choice C is unlikely as hypoglycemia is more common.
Choice D is incorrect as anemia is more likely.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse in the Emergency Department (ED) assesses a 17-year-old patient with blue-tinged lips slowed respirations and pinpoint pupils. The patient has no response to painful stimuli. Which of the following should be the nurse's priority action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Symptoms suggest opioid overdose requiring immediate oxygenation and naloxone via IV.
Choice A is premature without cardiac arrest.
Choice C is secondary if IV access is feasible.
Choice D delays critical intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client suspected of having antisocial personality disorder. Which behavior is most indicative?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lack of empathy is a core feature of antisocial personality disorder.
Choice B relates to social anxiety.
Choice C is typical of narcissistic personality disorder.
Choice D suggests depression not personality disorder.