ATI Mental Health Key Terms Questions with correct answers

Reason: Why approach patient with open-ended questions? Correct Answer - This technique facilitates spontaneous responses and interactive discussion. Reason: What is the purpose for using Clarifying techniques? What are the different types of techniques? Correct Answer - This is used in determining if the statement made was accurate : 1. restating- uses the clients exact words 2. reflecting-directs the focus back to the client in order for the client to examine his feelings. 3. paraphrasing-restates the clients feelings and thoughts for the client to confirm that this is what they are really feeling. 4. Exploring- allows the nurse to gather more information regarding important topics mentioned by the client. Defense Mechanism: Alturism Correct Answer - Dealing with anxiety by reaching out to others Defense Mechanism: Sublimation Correct Answer - Dealing with unacceptable feelings or impulses by unconsciously substituting acceptable forms of expression. Defense Mechanism: Suppression Correct Answer - Voluntarily denying unpleasant thoughts and feelings Defense Mechanism: Repression Correct Answer - Putting unacceptable ideas , thoughts and emotions out of conscious awareness.