ATI RN
ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When assessing a client diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder the nurse expects to identify which characteristic behavior?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Grandiose self-importance is a hallmark of narcissistic personality disorder.
Choice B is more typical of borderline personality disorder.
Choice C relates to dependent personality disorder.
Choice D is characteristic of schizotypal personality disorder.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is meeting with a 15-year-old client who has ADHD. The client and their parent state they would like their medications stopped due to the unpleasant side effects. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Exploring side effects fosters trust and informs next steps.
Choice B risks withdrawal symptoms.
Choice C delays assessment.
Choice D dismisses concerns potentially reducing adherence.
Question 3 of 5
What is the most important factor for the nurse to assess when doing an admission assessment of a client with a history of alcoholism?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Knowing the last drink time is critical to predict and manage withdrawal symptoms which can start 4-6 hours post-drink.
Choices A B and C are important but secondary to immediate withdrawal risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with autism spectrum disorder. Which behavior is most expected?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Difficulty with social interactions is a core feature of autism spectrum disorder.
Choice B relates to narcissistic personality disorder.
Choice C is typical of OCD.
Choice D is associated with borderline personality disorder.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 22-year-old female client who has bulimia nervosa and frequently self-induces vomiting. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A B C E
Rationale:
Choices A B C and E are expected due to hormonal imbalances acid erosion dehydration and malnutrition respectively.
Choice D (icteric sclera) is unrelated to bulimia nervosa indicating liver issues.