ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which situation is an exception to the rule of maintaining patient confidentiality?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Healthcare professionals are legally and ethically obligated to breach confidentiality if a patient poses a risk of harm to themselves or others, under the duty to warn and protect principle. Sharing with family without consent, public discussions, or unauthorized providers violates confidentiality.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing treatment alternatives for managing a client's behavior. The nurse should identify that which of the following examples describes the least restrictive alternative?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Verbal redirection to a room is the least restrictive intervention, avoiding confinement or medication. Restraints, seclusion, and antipsychotics are more restrictive.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a client who has a substance use disorder. Which of the following client behaviors indicates that the nurse has successfully evoked the client's motivation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Expressing confidence in change due to family support shows personal motivation and commitment to recovery. Other behaviors are preparatory or indicate resistance.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is discussing the scope of practice and responsibilities of mental health nurses who are not advanced practice registered nurses with a peer. Which of the following responsibilities is within the nurse's scope of practice?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: General mental health nurses can provide case management, coordinating care and advocating for resources. Diagnosing, housing, and insurance issues are outside their scope.