ATI RN Mental Health Proctored Exam 2026/2027 with NGN: 70
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Question: 1 of 100
A patient with a history of bipolar I disorder is admitted in a manic episode. The patient
has been nonadherent with lithium for 3 months. On admission, the patient is agitated,
with pressured speech, grandiose delusions, and poor sleep. Vital signs: BP 140/90,
HR 110, temp 37.2°C. Which of the following medication regimens is most appropriate
Initiate lithium 300 mg three times daily and titrate based on serum levels; consider adjunctive
lorazepam as needed for agitation.
Start valproic acid 20 mg/kg/day divided twice daily; monitor serum levels; use haloperidol 5 mg
IM for severe agitation.
Begin carbamazepine 200 mg twice daily; titrate slowly; avoid antipsychotics due to risk of
neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
Administer quetiapine 300 mg immediate release twice daily; discontinue lithium indefinitely due
to nonadherence.
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Question: 2 of 100
A nurse is conducting a suicide risk assessment for a patient who recently attempted
overdose. The patient states, 'I took the pills because I couldn't stand the pain
anymore, but now I regret it.' The patient has a history of major depressive disorder
and chronic low back pain. Which of the following factors is most predictive of a
The patient's expression of regret after the attempt.
The presence of chronic pain as a stressor.
A prior history of suicide attempts.
The patient's age and gender.
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Question: 3 of 100
A nurse is caring for a patient with schizophrenia who has been on clozapine for 6
weeks. The patient's absolute neutrophil count (ANC) drops from 3500/mm³ to
1800/mm³. According to current clozapine REMS guidelines, what is the nurse's
priority action?
Continue clozapine and monitor ANC weekly until it returns to baseline.
Hold clozapine immediately and notify the prescriber; repeat ANC.
Discontinue clozapine permanently and initiate alternative antipsychotic.
Administer filgrastim to stimulate neutrophil production and continue clozapine.
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Question: 4 of 100
A patient with borderline personality disorder is admitted following a superficial wrist
laceration. The patient states, 'You don't really care about me; you're just doing your
job.' Which therapeutic response by the nurse is most appropriate?
You're right, I am here to do my job, but I still care about your wellbeing.
It sounds like you are feeling that people don't care about you. Can you tell me more about
that?
I understand why you might feel that way, but I am here to help you.
Let's focus on your treatment plan rather than discussing my motives.
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Question: 5 of 100
A nurse is assessing a patient who reports auditory hallucinations commanding him to
harm a neighbor. The patient has a history of paranoid schizophrenia and is
nonadherent with medication. The patient appears calm and denies any intent to act.
What is the nurse's priority intervention?
Administer a PRN antipsychotic medication as prescribed.
Notify the neighbor of the potential threat to ensure safety.
Engage the patient in a safety contract and monitor closely.
Document the patient's denial of intent and continue observation.
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Question: 6 of 100
A patient with a history of alcohol use disorder is admitted for detoxification. The
patient has a CIWA-Ar score of 18 (moderate withdrawal). Vital signs: BP 150/95, HR
110, temp 37.0°C. The patient is diaphoretic and reports nausea. Which of the following
medication regimens is most appropriate?
Diazepam 10 mg IV every 4 hours as needed based on CIWA-Ar.
Chlordiazepoxide 50 mg orally every 6 hours for 4 doses, then taper.
Lorazepam 2 mg IV every 2 hours until CIWA-Ar <10.
Haloperidol 5 mg IM for agitation and clonidine 0.1 mg for hypertension.
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Real Exam Questions and Answers - 100 Questions and Answers
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,ati. ATI RN Mental Health Proctored Exam 2026/2027 with NGN: 70 Real Exam
Questions and Answers - 100 Questions and Answers Already Graded A+ Premium
Question: 1 of 100
A patient with a history of bipolar I disorder is admitted in a manic episode. The patient
has been nonadherent with lithium for 3 months. On admission, the patient is agitated,
with pressured speech, grandiose delusions, and poor sleep. Vital signs: BP 140/90,
HR 110, temp 37.2°C. Which of the following medication regimens is most appropriate
Initiate lithium 300 mg three times daily and titrate based on serum levels; consider adjunctive
lorazepam as needed for agitation.
Start valproic acid 20 mg/kg/day divided twice daily; monitor serum levels; use haloperidol 5 mg
IM for severe agitation.
Begin carbamazepine 200 mg twice daily; titrate slowly; avoid antipsychotics due to risk of
neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
Administer quetiapine 300 mg immediate release twice daily; discontinue lithium indefinitely due
to nonadherence.
PREVIOUS
Question: 2 of 100
A nurse is conducting a suicide risk assessment for a patient who recently attempted
overdose. The patient states, 'I took the pills because I couldn't stand the pain
anymore, but now I regret it.' The patient has a history of major depressive disorder
and chronic low back pain. Which of the following factors is most predictive of a
The patient's expression of regret after the attempt.
The presence of chronic pain as a stressor.
A prior history of suicide attempts.
The patient's age and gender.
PREVIOUS
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,ati. ATI RN Mental Health Proctored Exam 2026/2027 with NGN: 70 Real Exam
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Question: 3 of 100
A nurse is caring for a patient with schizophrenia who has been on clozapine for 6
weeks. The patient's absolute neutrophil count (ANC) drops from 3500/mm³ to
1800/mm³. According to current clozapine REMS guidelines, what is the nurse's
priority action?
Continue clozapine and monitor ANC weekly until it returns to baseline.
Hold clozapine immediately and notify the prescriber; repeat ANC.
Discontinue clozapine permanently and initiate alternative antipsychotic.
Administer filgrastim to stimulate neutrophil production and continue clozapine.
PREVIOUS
Question: 4 of 100
A patient with borderline personality disorder is admitted following a superficial wrist
laceration. The patient states, 'You don't really care about me; you're just doing your
job.' Which therapeutic response by the nurse is most appropriate?
You're right, I am here to do my job, but I still care about your wellbeing.
It sounds like you are feeling that people don't care about you. Can you tell me more about
that?
I understand why you might feel that way, but I am here to help you.
Let's focus on your treatment plan rather than discussing my motives.
PREVIOUS
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, ati. ATI RN Mental Health Proctored Exam 2026/2027 with NGN: 70 Real Exam
Questions and Answers - 100 Questions and Answers Already Graded A+ Premium
Question: 5 of 100
A nurse is assessing a patient who reports auditory hallucinations commanding him to
harm a neighbor. The patient has a history of paranoid schizophrenia and is
nonadherent with medication. The patient appears calm and denies any intent to act.
What is the nurse's priority intervention?
Administer a PRN antipsychotic medication as prescribed.
Notify the neighbor of the potential threat to ensure safety.
Engage the patient in a safety contract and monitor closely.
Document the patient's denial of intent and continue observation.
PREVIOUS
Question: 6 of 100
A patient with a history of alcohol use disorder is admitted for detoxification. The
patient has a CIWA-Ar score of 18 (moderate withdrawal). Vital signs: BP 150/95, HR
110, temp 37.0°C. The patient is diaphoretic and reports nausea. Which of the following
medication regimens is most appropriate?
Diazepam 10 mg IV every 4 hours as needed based on CIWA-Ar.
Chlordiazepoxide 50 mg orally every 6 hours for 4 doses, then taper.
Lorazepam 2 mg IV every 2 hours until CIWA-Ar <10.
Haloperidol 5 mg IM for agitation and clonidine 0.1 mg for hypertension.
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