ATI Mental Health Practice A with NGN Questions with correct answers

A nurse is caring for a client who has a history of substance use disorder and was involuntarily admitted to a mental health facility. When the nurse attempts to administer oral lorazepam, the client refuses to take the medication and becomes physically aggressive. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A. Do not administer the lorazepam B. Request a prescription for IV lorazepam C. Request that another nurse attempt to administer the lorazepam D. Place the lorazepam in the client's food Correct Answer - A. Do not administer the lorazepam. Clients who are in a facility due to an involuntarily admission retain the right to refuse treatment. Therefore, the nurse should hold the medication and document the client's refusal. A nurse is planning care for a client who has depression and has made frequent suicide attempts. Which of the following statements indicates the client has a decreased risk for suicide? A. "I'm relived now that my financial affairs are in order." B. "It is easier to talk about my feelings now." C. "Suddenly I have enough energy to do anything I want." D. "Thank you for always taking such good care of me." Correct Answer - B. "It is easier to talk about my feelings now." When clients express their feelings, this indicates a positive treatment outcome.