ATI Mental Health Proctored Exam 2020 (Verified Answers)

1. A client is fearful of driving and enters a behavioral therapy program tohelp him overcome his anxiety. Using systematic desensitization, he is ableto drive down a familiar street without experiencing a panic attack. The nurse should recognize that to continue positive results, the client should participate in which of the following? a. Biofeedback b. Therapist modeling c. Frequent pacing d. Positive reinforcement 2. A nurse is counseling a client following the death of the client’s partner 8 months ago. Which of the following client statements indicates maladaptive grieving? a. “I am so sorry for the times I was angry with my partner.” b. “I like looking at his personal items in the closet.” c. “I find myself thinking about my partner often.” d. “I still don’t feel up to returning to work.” Rationale: 8 months too long Maladaptive Grief: . Distorted or exaggerated grief response - unable toperform activities of daily living. RISK FACTORS FOR MALADAPTIVE GRIEVING ●● Being dependent upon the deceased ●● Unexpected death at a young age, through violence, or by a socially unacceptable manner ●● Inadequate coping skills or lack of social support ●● Pre-existing mental health issues, such as depression or substance use disorder..........