ATI RN
ATI nur 222a Mental Health Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following clients is eligible for the Medicare program?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Medicare primarily covers those 65 or older, plus some with disabilities or specific conditions. Lack of insurance, youth, or low income alone don’t qualify without meeting age or health criteria.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child whose guardians report that the child consistently cannot speak during class and other social situations. Which of the following anxiety disorders should the nurse identify that the child is experiencing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Selective mutism involves inability to speak in specific social settings despite normal language ability, matching the child’s symptoms. Agoraphobia, generalized anxiety, and separation anxiety have different core features.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following clients is eligible for the Medicare program?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Medicare primarily covers those 65 or older, plus some with disabilities or specific conditions. Lack of insurance, youth, or low income alone don’t qualify without meeting age or health criteria.
Question 4 of 5
A community health nurse is preparing a public service announcement about Lyme disease. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include as an example of secondary prevention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking for ticks allows early removal, preventing Lyme disease progression, a secondary prevention strategy. Repellents and clothing are primary, and rash reporting is tertiary.
Question 5 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: Calm and cooperative behavior indicates reduced risk, allowing safe restraint removal. Provider presence, remorse, or ongoing anger aren’t required if safety is assured.