ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What is included in the scope of practice for a mental health nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mental health nurses can administer psychiatric medications, a key part of their scope. Surgery and diagnosing are outside their scope, and while therapeutic communication is used, the question likely seeks a single correct answer.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about the effects of adverse childhood experiences (ACES) across the lifespan. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Research shows that ACEs increase the risk of chronic illnesses (e.g., cancer, COP
D) in adulthood and elevate suicidal risk in adolescents. Other options misrepresent the lifelong and varied impacts of ACEs.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a client who states, 'I am at a total loss and don't know what to do anymore. I feel hopeless.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This response uses therapeutic communication by reflecting the client’s emotions, validating feelings, and encouraging discussion. Other options misinterpret or shift focus.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is in physical restraints after demonstrating aggressive behavior. Which of the following criteria must be met before the nurse can remove the restraints?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Restraints should be removed as soon as the client is calm and no longer poses a threat to themselves or others. Remorse is not required, anger alone does not justify restraints, and provider presence is not mandatory for removal.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has dementia. The client's family member asks why the provider will not prescribe a medication to calm the client down. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sedating medications increase fall risk due to drowsiness and impaired coordination, a key concern in dementia patients. Other risks are less relevant.