ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam N200 Group 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which major health complication is associated with a client diagnosed with anorexia nervosa,does the nurse assess as a priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: cardiac dysrhythmias are a major health complication of anorexia nervosa due to electrolyte imbalances particularly hypokalaemia which can lead to cardiac arrest. This is a life-threatening condition that needs to be monitored closely.
Question 2 of 5
After having one conversation with a female nurse,a young male client asks the nurse for her phone number. He says that he would like to date her. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This is a professional relationship, and we need to be clear on that. This response sets clear professional boundaries avoiding personal disclosures or false hopes.
Question 3 of 5
A client tells the nurse,I feel bad because my mother does not want me to return home after I leave the hospital. Which nursing response is therapeutic?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: You feel that your mother does not want you to come back home? This response uses reflection a therapeutic communication technique to encourage the client to express and explore their feelings further. The other options either dismiss the client's feelings provide unsolicited advice or make assumptions which are less therapeutic.
Question 4 of 5
A client diagnosed with schizophrenia disorder states,"My psychiatrist is out to get me. I'm sad that the voice is telling me to stop the psychiatrist." What symptom is the client exhibiting, and what is the nurse's legal responsibility related to this symptom?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Command hallucinations; warn the psychiatrist. The client’s voices directing harm indicate a command hallucination requiring the nurse to warn the potential victim due to duty to protect.
Question 5 of 5
If a client demonstrates transference towards the nurse,how should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Help the client to clarify the meaning of the relationship based on the present situation. Transference involves redirecting emotions from past relationships onto the nurse. Exploring these feelings therapeutically helps the client gain insight rather than ignoring terminating or reassigning which avoid the issue.