ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam N200 Group 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse understands that whether or not a client experiences crisis as a result of a stressful situation depends on the: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: client’s perception coping mechanisms and supports influence whether a stressor becomes a crisis. Time of day is irrelevant.
Question 2 of 5
Parents ask a nurse how they should reply when their child,diagnosed with schizophrenia disorder tells them that voices command the child to harm others. Which is the appropriate nursing response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Focus on the feelings generated by the hallucinations and present reality. This validates the child's experience while gently orienting to reality promoting safety and understanding. Ignoring denying or silencing the discussion is less therapeutic.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing care for a client diagnosed with dissociative fugue. Which behaviors would the nurse expect to see with this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden unexpected travel or confused wandering is characteristic of dissociative fugue involving sudden travel with amnesia for parts of one’s past.
Question 4 of 5
A client exhibiting dependent behaviors says,Do you think I should move from my parent's house and get a job? Which nursing response is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Let's discuss and explore all of your options. This encourages independent decision-making essential for addressing dependent behaviors.
Question 5 of 5
A client diagnosed with schizophrenia disorder is prescribed clozapine. Which symptoms,related to the side effects of this medication should prompt a nurse to intervene immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sore throat fever and malaise could indicate agranulocytosis a life-threatening clozapine side effect requiring immediate intervention.