ATI RN
ATI Mental Health n200 Exam Group 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse understands that when a practitioner corrects subluxation by manipulating the vertebrae of the spinal column, the practitioner is employing which therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chiropractic therapy involves the manual manipulation of the spine to correct vertebral subluxations, which are misalignments or partial dislocations of the vertebrae. Chiropractors use specific techniques to adjust the spine, aiming to restore proper alignment, reduce nerve interference, and improve overall function. Massage therapy, allopathic therapy, and therapeutic touch do not involve spinal manipulation for subluxation correction.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has recently set limits for a client with borderline personality disorder. The client tells the nurse, 'You used to care about me. I thought you were wonderful. Now I can see that I was mistaken. You are hateful.' This outburst can be assessed as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Splitting is characterized by viewing people and situations in extremes, either all good or all bad, without recognizing the complexity that usually exists in most circumstances. This black-and-white thinking can lead to rapidly shifting perceptions of others, as seen in the client's sudden change from idealizing the nurse to devaluing them.
Question 3 of 5
A client who has just been raped arrives at the Emergency Room. The client is crying, pacing and cursing their attacker. Which is the priority therapeutic statement for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This statement prioritizes the client's immediate emotional needs by providing reassurance, validation, and a sense of safety in a traumatic situation. It acknowledges the client's distress and communicates empathy and support, which are essential for building trust and rapport and facilitating the client's emotional healing process.
Question 4 of 5
A woman in a severely abusive relationship is hospitalized with severe injuries and head trauma. Her husband sends flowers to the unit and a card begging for forgiveness. The nurse recognizes this to be which phase in an abusive relationship?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The honeymoon phase occurs after the acute battering incident and is characterized by the abuser showing remorse, apologizing, and trying to reconcile with the victim. During this phase, the abuser may express love, affection, and promises to change. Cycle of abuse diagram
Question 5 of 5
The nurse believes that a client being admitted for a surgical procedure may have a drinking problem. Which screening tool should the nurse use to further evaluate this possibility?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The CAGE questionnaire is a widely used screening tool for alcohol use disorder (AU
D). It consists of four questions that assess the client's alcohol consumption, attempts to cut down or control drinking, feelings of guilt about drinking, and whether alcohol use interferes with daily activities or responsibilities.