ATI RN
Mental Health ATI RN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is working with a client at the battered women's shelter who is in a violent and abusive relationship. The client is considering a separation and asks the nurse 'What do you think about that?' Which is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This response is the most supportive and empowering for the client. It acknowledges the client's agency in making decisions and conveys hope that leaving may prompt the partner to realize the need to change their behavior. It avoids fear generalizations or threats fostering a non-judgmental environment.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is working with another nurse in the emergency department (ED) when a client comes in stating they have been raped during a date. Which statement made by the other nurse privately requires immediate correction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This statement is highly inappropriate and victim-blaming implying the client’s clothing caused the assault. Nurses must provide empathetic non-judgmental care. The other statements reflect support understanding of consent or client concerns and do not require correction.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is completing a family assessment for a victim of intimate partner violence. Which characteristic of the abuser will the nurse identify when completing the assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Abusers often display controlling behavior including possessiveness and neediness limiting the victim’s freedom. Remorse is less common high self-esteem is not universal and encouraging independence contradicts typical abuser behavior.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse approaches a client who looks very sad and is sitting alone crying. Which is the best response by the nurse in this situation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This response demonstrates empathy and active listening acknowledging the client’s emotions and encouraging them to share creating a supportive environment. Other options may minimize feelings or fail to prompt expression.
Question 5 of 5
A client who has been physically aggressive arrives at the emergency department for a psychiatric assessment. Which approach would be best for the nurse to use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Brief statements and questions keep communication clear and nonthreatening maintaining safety with an aggressive client. Close contact risks escalation humor may be misinterpreted and open-ended questions may overwhelm.