ATI RN MENTAL HEALTH EXAM 2023
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A charge nurse on a mental health unit is discussing client rights with a newly
licensed nurse. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? -
CORRECT ANSWER-"Clients who are admitted involuntarily maintain the right to
give informed consent for procedures."
A client who has a recent diagnosis of bipolar disorder is placed in a room with a
client who has severe depression. The client who has depression reports to the
nurse, "My roommate never sleeps and keeps me up, too." Which of the following
actions should the nurse take? - CORRECT ANSWER-Move the client who has
bipolar disorder to a private room.
A nurse at a provider's office is interviewing an older adult client. Which of the
following actions should the nurse plan to take? - CORRECT ANSWER-Use a
screening tool to evaluate the client for depression.
A nurse in a community health center is working with a group of clients who have
post-traumatic stress disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse
include to reduce anxiety among the group members? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Guided imagery
A nurse in a mental health clinic is planning care for four clients. Which of the
following tasks should the nurse delegate to an assistive personnel (AP)? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Stay with a client who has anorexia nervosa for 1 hr after
mealtimes.
A nurse in a mental health facility is caring for a client who has schizophrenia. Which
of the following findings places the client at the greatest risk for self-directed injury or
injuring others? - CORRECT ANSWER-Command hallucinations
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for four clients. Which of the following
clients is the nurse required to report as a potential victim of abuse? - CORRECT
ANSWER-An older adult client who is bedbound and has a stage IV pressure ulcer
A nurse is admitting a client who has major depressive disorder and a new
prescriptions for tranylcypromine. Which of the following over-the-counter
medications that the client reports taking should alert the nurse to a potential
adverse reaction? - CORRECT ANSWER-Phenylephrine
A nurse is assessing a client for risk factors for the development of depression. The
nurse should identify that which of the following factors places the client at an
increased risk for depression? - CORRECT ANSWER-The client has COPD.
,A nurse is assessing a client who has bulimia nervosa. The nurse should expect
which of the following findings? - CORRECT ANSWER-Tooth erosion
A nurse is assessing a client who has major depressive disorder and has been
receiving amitriptyline for 1 week. Which of the following outcomes should the nurse
expect? - CORRECT ANSWER-Greater risk of attempting suicide as affect and
energy improve
A nurse is assessing a client who is displaying manifestations of delirium. Which of
the following information from the client's medical record are risk factors for delirium?
(Select all that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWER-Client's age
Hospital environment
Postoperative
Fever
A nurse is assessing a family's dynamics during a counseling session. The nurse
should recognize which of the following findings as an indication of a boundary
issue? - CORRECT ANSWER-Older children who are responsible for their younger
siblings
A nurse is assisting a client who has a terminal illness adjust to progressive loss of
independence. Which of the following statements by the client indicates acceptance
of her illness? - CORRECT ANSWER-"I am going to order a wheelchair for when I'm
unable to walk."
A nurse is caring for a child who has conduct disorder and is behaving in a
destructive manner, throwing objects, and kicking others. Which of the following
therapeutic nursing interventions is the priority? - CORRECT ANSWER-Reduce
environmental stimuli
A nurse is caring for a child who is taking methylphenidate. The nurse should
monitor the child for which of the following findings as an adverse effect of
methylphenidate? - CORRECT ANSWER-Tachycardia
A nurse is caring for a client who gave birth to a stillborn baby. Which of the following
statements should the nurse make? - CORRECT ANSWER-"I'll stay with you just in
case you want to talk."
A nurse is caring for a client who is in an abusive relationship and is assisting in the
development of a safety plan. Which of the following actions is the first component of
a safety plan? - CORRECT ANSWER-Identify signs of escalation of violence.
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who begins to cry and states, "I knew God
would punish me and I deserve this horrible sickness!" Which of the following
responses should the nurse make? - CORRECT ANSWER-"Let's talk about what it
upsetting you."
,A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is experiencing delirium. Which of the
following interventions should the nurse include in the client's plan of care? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Permit the client to perform daily rituals to decrease anxiety.
A nurse is caring for four clients in an emergency department. The nurse should
identify that which of the following clients can give informed consent? - CORRECT
ANSWER-A 35-year-old client who has major depressive disorder
A nurse is creating a plan of care for a client who has been placed in seclusion after
threatening to harm others on the unit. Which of the following interventions should
the nurse include in the plan? - CORRECT ANSWER-Renew the prescription for the
client every 4 hr.
A nurse is discussing a 12-step program with a client who has alcohol use disorder
and is in an acute care facility undergoing detoxification. Which of the following
information should the nurse include in the teaching? - CORRECT ANSWER-The
client should obtain a sponsor before discharge for an increased chance of recovery.
A nurse is educating the parent of a child who has a new diagnosis of autism
spectrum disorder. Which of the following manifestations of this disorder should the
nurse include in the teaching? - CORRECT ANSWER-Language delay
A nurse is evaluating the client after 2 weeks. Which of the following findings indicate
an improvement in the client's condition? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT
ANSWER-Sodium
Potassium
BMI
Bowel movement
BUN
Skin temperature
Heart rate
A nurse is performing a cognitive assessment to distinguish delirium from dementia
in a client whose family reports episodes of confusion. Which of the following
assessment findings supports the nurse's suspicion of delirium? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Easily distracted
A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a client and notices that the
client appears withdrawn and fearful. To establish a trusting nurse-client relationship,
which of the following actions should the nurse take first? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Inform the client that this admission is confidential.
, A nurse is planning care for a client who has generalized anxiety disorder. At which
of the following levels of anxiety should the nurse plan to teach the client relaxation
techniques? - CORRECT ANSWER-Mild
A nurse is planning care for a client who has made repeated physical threats toward
others on the unit. Although the client does not want to leave the unit, the nurse
requests the provider to transfer the client to a unit that is equipped to manage
violent behavior. Which of the following ethical principles should the nurse apply in
this situation? - CORRECT ANSWER-Nonmaleficence
A nurse is planning discharge teaching for a client who has severe schizoaffective
disorder. The nurse should identify that which of the following treatment options can
offer interdisciplinary services for the client at home? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Assertive community treatment
A nurse is planning prevention strategies for partner violence in the community.
Which of the following strategies should the nurse include as a method of secondary
prevention? - CORRECT ANSWER-Establish screening programs to identify at-risk
clients.
A nurse is preparing to administer diazepam 7.5 mg IV bolus to a client for alcohol
withdrawal. Available is diazepam injection 5 mg/mL. How many mL should the
nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth.) - CORRECT ANSWER-
1.5 mL
A nurse is preparing to discharge to home an older adult client who attempted
suicide. The client lives alone and has difficulty performing ADLs. Which of the
following referrals should the nurse initiate? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT
ANSWER-Occupational therapy
Meal delivery services
Physical therapy
Home health services
A nurse is providing teaching to the partner of a client who is in a rehabilitation
program for alcohol use disorder. The nurse should identify that which of the
following statements by the client's partner indicated an understanding of the
teaching? - CORRECT ANSWER-"I will not take charge of my partner's work
responsibilities."
A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report for four clients. Which of the following
clients should the nurse plan to see first? - CORRECT ANSWER-A client who is
taking clozapine and reports a sore throat and chills
A nurse is reviewing laboratory results for a client who has schizophrenia and is
taking clozapine. Which of the following values should the nurse identify as a
contraindication for receiving clozapine? - CORRECT ANSWER-WBC count
2,500/mm^3
WITH NGN 100 % Pass Guarantee No
Retake Updated 2026
A charge nurse on a mental health unit is discussing client rights with a newly
licensed nurse. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? -
CORRECT ANSWER-"Clients who are admitted involuntarily maintain the right to
give informed consent for procedures."
A client who has a recent diagnosis of bipolar disorder is placed in a room with a
client who has severe depression. The client who has depression reports to the
nurse, "My roommate never sleeps and keeps me up, too." Which of the following
actions should the nurse take? - CORRECT ANSWER-Move the client who has
bipolar disorder to a private room.
A nurse at a provider's office is interviewing an older adult client. Which of the
following actions should the nurse plan to take? - CORRECT ANSWER-Use a
screening tool to evaluate the client for depression.
A nurse in a community health center is working with a group of clients who have
post-traumatic stress disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse
include to reduce anxiety among the group members? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Guided imagery
A nurse in a mental health clinic is planning care for four clients. Which of the
following tasks should the nurse delegate to an assistive personnel (AP)? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Stay with a client who has anorexia nervosa for 1 hr after
mealtimes.
A nurse in a mental health facility is caring for a client who has schizophrenia. Which
of the following findings places the client at the greatest risk for self-directed injury or
injuring others? - CORRECT ANSWER-Command hallucinations
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for four clients. Which of the following
clients is the nurse required to report as a potential victim of abuse? - CORRECT
ANSWER-An older adult client who is bedbound and has a stage IV pressure ulcer
A nurse is admitting a client who has major depressive disorder and a new
prescriptions for tranylcypromine. Which of the following over-the-counter
medications that the client reports taking should alert the nurse to a potential
adverse reaction? - CORRECT ANSWER-Phenylephrine
A nurse is assessing a client for risk factors for the development of depression. The
nurse should identify that which of the following factors places the client at an
increased risk for depression? - CORRECT ANSWER-The client has COPD.
,A nurse is assessing a client who has bulimia nervosa. The nurse should expect
which of the following findings? - CORRECT ANSWER-Tooth erosion
A nurse is assessing a client who has major depressive disorder and has been
receiving amitriptyline for 1 week. Which of the following outcomes should the nurse
expect? - CORRECT ANSWER-Greater risk of attempting suicide as affect and
energy improve
A nurse is assessing a client who is displaying manifestations of delirium. Which of
the following information from the client's medical record are risk factors for delirium?
(Select all that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWER-Client's age
Hospital environment
Postoperative
Fever
A nurse is assessing a family's dynamics during a counseling session. The nurse
should recognize which of the following findings as an indication of a boundary
issue? - CORRECT ANSWER-Older children who are responsible for their younger
siblings
A nurse is assisting a client who has a terminal illness adjust to progressive loss of
independence. Which of the following statements by the client indicates acceptance
of her illness? - CORRECT ANSWER-"I am going to order a wheelchair for when I'm
unable to walk."
A nurse is caring for a child who has conduct disorder and is behaving in a
destructive manner, throwing objects, and kicking others. Which of the following
therapeutic nursing interventions is the priority? - CORRECT ANSWER-Reduce
environmental stimuli
A nurse is caring for a child who is taking methylphenidate. The nurse should
monitor the child for which of the following findings as an adverse effect of
methylphenidate? - CORRECT ANSWER-Tachycardia
A nurse is caring for a client who gave birth to a stillborn baby. Which of the following
statements should the nurse make? - CORRECT ANSWER-"I'll stay with you just in
case you want to talk."
A nurse is caring for a client who is in an abusive relationship and is assisting in the
development of a safety plan. Which of the following actions is the first component of
a safety plan? - CORRECT ANSWER-Identify signs of escalation of violence.
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who begins to cry and states, "I knew God
would punish me and I deserve this horrible sickness!" Which of the following
responses should the nurse make? - CORRECT ANSWER-"Let's talk about what it
upsetting you."
,A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is experiencing delirium. Which of the
following interventions should the nurse include in the client's plan of care? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Permit the client to perform daily rituals to decrease anxiety.
A nurse is caring for four clients in an emergency department. The nurse should
identify that which of the following clients can give informed consent? - CORRECT
ANSWER-A 35-year-old client who has major depressive disorder
A nurse is creating a plan of care for a client who has been placed in seclusion after
threatening to harm others on the unit. Which of the following interventions should
the nurse include in the plan? - CORRECT ANSWER-Renew the prescription for the
client every 4 hr.
A nurse is discussing a 12-step program with a client who has alcohol use disorder
and is in an acute care facility undergoing detoxification. Which of the following
information should the nurse include in the teaching? - CORRECT ANSWER-The
client should obtain a sponsor before discharge for an increased chance of recovery.
A nurse is educating the parent of a child who has a new diagnosis of autism
spectrum disorder. Which of the following manifestations of this disorder should the
nurse include in the teaching? - CORRECT ANSWER-Language delay
A nurse is evaluating the client after 2 weeks. Which of the following findings indicate
an improvement in the client's condition? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT
ANSWER-Sodium
Potassium
BMI
Bowel movement
BUN
Skin temperature
Heart rate
A nurse is performing a cognitive assessment to distinguish delirium from dementia
in a client whose family reports episodes of confusion. Which of the following
assessment findings supports the nurse's suspicion of delirium? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Easily distracted
A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a client and notices that the
client appears withdrawn and fearful. To establish a trusting nurse-client relationship,
which of the following actions should the nurse take first? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Inform the client that this admission is confidential.
, A nurse is planning care for a client who has generalized anxiety disorder. At which
of the following levels of anxiety should the nurse plan to teach the client relaxation
techniques? - CORRECT ANSWER-Mild
A nurse is planning care for a client who has made repeated physical threats toward
others on the unit. Although the client does not want to leave the unit, the nurse
requests the provider to transfer the client to a unit that is equipped to manage
violent behavior. Which of the following ethical principles should the nurse apply in
this situation? - CORRECT ANSWER-Nonmaleficence
A nurse is planning discharge teaching for a client who has severe schizoaffective
disorder. The nurse should identify that which of the following treatment options can
offer interdisciplinary services for the client at home? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Assertive community treatment
A nurse is planning prevention strategies for partner violence in the community.
Which of the following strategies should the nurse include as a method of secondary
prevention? - CORRECT ANSWER-Establish screening programs to identify at-risk
clients.
A nurse is preparing to administer diazepam 7.5 mg IV bolus to a client for alcohol
withdrawal. Available is diazepam injection 5 mg/mL. How many mL should the
nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth.) - CORRECT ANSWER-
1.5 mL
A nurse is preparing to discharge to home an older adult client who attempted
suicide. The client lives alone and has difficulty performing ADLs. Which of the
following referrals should the nurse initiate? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT
ANSWER-Occupational therapy
Meal delivery services
Physical therapy
Home health services
A nurse is providing teaching to the partner of a client who is in a rehabilitation
program for alcohol use disorder. The nurse should identify that which of the
following statements by the client's partner indicated an understanding of the
teaching? - CORRECT ANSWER-"I will not take charge of my partner's work
responsibilities."
A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report for four clients. Which of the following
clients should the nurse plan to see first? - CORRECT ANSWER-A client who is
taking clozapine and reports a sore throat and chills
A nurse is reviewing laboratory results for a client who has schizophrenia and is
taking clozapine. Which of the following values should the nurse identify as a
contraindication for receiving clozapine? - CORRECT ANSWER-WBC count
2,500/mm^3
