Mental Health Practice Questions Part IV ATI

A nurse on an inpatient unit is creating an educational presentation on bipolar disorder. Which of the following should the nurse plan to include in the presentation?

The prevalence of bipolar in adults is estimated at 2.8%

A nurse is interacting with a client. The client repeatedly shrugs and yells out random words. The nurse recognizes that this finding is associated with which of the following disorders?

Tourette syndrome

A nurse is reinforcing dietary teaching to a client who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease about including foods to slow the progression of the disease. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?

Tuna sandwich

A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has Alzheimer's disease and is in the terminal phase. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Unable to sit up

A nurse at a primary care clinic is collecting data on a client for manifestations of depression. Which of the following client statements should the nurse identify as being consistent with depression?

" I can't get my mind to stop racing at night. I'm only sleeping a couple of hours."

A nurse on an inpatient mental health unit is reinforcing teaching to a newly licensed nurse about suicide prevention. Which of the following statements made by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the information?

"All sharp objects should be removed from the client;s room."

Which of the following questions should a nurse ask when collecting data about a pediatric client's risk factors for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

"Does the child have a twin that has similar manifestations?"

A nurse is proving care for a client. Which of the following client statements suggests receptive language disorder?

"I have trouble following instructions because I don't understand what people are telling me."

A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who has persistent depressive disorder. When reinforcing education to the client about their illness, which of the following statements should the nurse make?

"Persistent depressive disorder is a mild chronic form of depression."

A nurse is meeting with a 15-year-old client who has ADHD The client and their parent state they would like their medications stopped due to the unpleasant side effects. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

"Tell me more about what unpleasant effects you have been experiencing."

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a guardian of an infant who has failed to reach specific developmental milestones. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

"Usually a diagnosis of global developmental delay can be made when a child does not meet milestones. Then, when the child is oler, ,ore testing can be done."

A nurse is reinforcing education to a client about the possible causes of their depressed mood. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?

"The stress from my new job could be the cause of my depressed mood."

A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who is to undergo transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for depression. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?

"You may experience a mild headache following the procedure."

A guardian is concerned that their child, who has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is having difficulty at school despite being in a specialized learning environment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

"Your child may have a coexisting condition that is affecting school performance, so we can arrange an additional evaluation to determine the best actions."

A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who is to undergo electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for depression. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?

"Your provider will likely schedule you for several treaments over a period of weeks."

A nurse in a provider's office is assisting in the care of a client.The nurse is reinforcing dietary teaching about the MIND diet to a client to promote cognitive function. Which of the following information should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)

-Increase intake of berries -Limit or abstain from alcohol -Substitute beans and lentils -for meat at most meals.

A nurse is reviewing data for a client who is manifesting symptoms related to a neurodevelopmental disorder. Which of the following tools should the nurse use to best screen the data for a neurodevelopmental disorder?

ADHD-FX The ADHD-FX is a helpful ADHD screening tool that uses a questionnaire to assess function in a variety of settings, such as academic, social, and at home.

A nurse is assisting to provide an in-service to a group of nurses on medications used to treat the progression of dementia. Which of the following medications should the nurse include in the teaching?

Aducanumab it is an amyloid beta-directed antibody, is used to treat the progression of Alzheimer's diseases.

Which of the following roles is important for a nurse to undertake while working with a client who has a communication disorder?

Advocate

A community health nurse is preparing an educational activity on Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include as the greatest risk for this disease?

Age

A nurse is caring for a client who has dementia and has been placed on the MIND diet plan. Which of the following foods should the nurse offer the client for a snack?

Almonds

A nurse in a community health care clinic meets with a 14-month-old child whose older sibling has autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Assist the guardians in obtaining a neurological screening for the 14-month old child

The guardians of a school-aged child state that they run in circles in the classroom, interrupt others' conversations at home, and cannot focus when doing homework. The nurse should recognize that these behaviors can be indicative of which of the following disorders?

Attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Which of the following is a behavioral sign of a learning disability in a child?

Avoiding homework

A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who is experiencing delirium. Which of the following medications should the nurse identify as a cause of this disorder?

Benzodiazpines

Which of the following statements is true about children who have learning disabilities?

Children who have learning disabilities have average or above-average intelligence.

A nurse is caring for a client who has depression. Which of the following noninvasive treatments should the nurse recommend to the client?

Cognitive behavioral therapy

A nurse is assessing a 10-year-old child who has an autism spectrum disorder. Which of the following findings are expected?

Contiuous rocking of the body

Which of the following statements indicates a positive outcome for a client who has a stereotypical motor disorder?

Controls impulsive movements when excited

A teenage client who has autism spectrum disorder (ASD) tells a nurse, "I'm not doing well in all my classes. I am not learning as fast as everyone else." Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Coordinate a meeting with the client and school counselor

A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has dementia. The provider has prescribed massage therapy for the client. Which of the following should the nurse identify as the purpose for this treatment?

Decrease depression

Which of the following comorbidities would a nurse expect when caring for a client with Down syndrome?

Depression

A nurse in a mental health clinic is taking a medical history on a client. The nurse should recognize that which of the following factors in the client's history increases their risk for mental illness?

Early exposure to violence

A nurse works in which of the following roles when providing care to a client who has a tic disorder?

Educating client and caregivers

A nurse is monitoring a client who has ADHD. The client is demonstrating disruptive behavior due to overstimulation from being in a group setting. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Escort the client to a quiet room

A nurse is creating a presentation about suicide prevention. When providing information about the prevalence of suicide, the nurse should include that a death occurs how often in the United States?

Every 11 mins

A nurse is caring for a client who has Alzheimer's disease and is having difficulty with multitasking. Which of the following cognitive deficits is the client experiencing?

Executive function

Which of the following characteristics would a nurse expect to find in an adolescent who has ADHD?

Expressing difficulties in reading assignments at school.

A nurse is caring for a client who has dementia. The provider has prescribed a protease inhibitor medication for the client. The nurse should identify that this medication is given to treat which of the following types of dementia?

HIV infection The nurse should identify that clients who have HIV infection dementia can be prescribed protease inhibitors, antivirals, and non-nucleoside revise transcriptase inhibitors for treatment.

A nurse is reviewing a client's medication administration record and notes a new prescription for tetrabenazine. The nurse should identify that this medication is prescribed to treat which of the following types of dementia?

Huntington's disease the only medication that is effective in treating Huntington's disease dementia is tetrabenazine.

A nurse is caring for a client who has ADHD. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect to observe?

Hyperactivity

A nurse is caring for a client who has dementia. Which of the following requests should the nurse make to determine the client's social cognition?

Identify emotion of faces on cards

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing fluctuating cognition and visual hallucinations. Which of the following types of dementia should the nurse expect this client to have?

Lewy body disease The nurse should identify a client who is experiencing fluctuating cognition along with visual hallucinations might have Lewy body disease dementia. Other manifestations can include parkinsonism (bradykinesia, tremors, muscle rigidity), rapid eye movement during sleep, and neuroleptic sensitivity.

A community health nurse is creating a presentation about mood disorders for a local support group. The nurse should include which of the following as a risk factor for suicide?

Loss of a job

The nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is hyperactive, pacing down the hallway, and exhibiting poor concentration during group therapy. When collecting data, the nurse should identify that which of the following is characteristic of the client's manifestations?

Mania

A nurse in a pediatrician's office is caring for a preschooler. Which of the following medications should the nurse identify as being a potential treatment for this child?

Methulphenidate Clonidine Dextroamphentamine

A nurse is caring for a client who has a head injury. The client states they fell off a ladder while painting approximately 2 hr ago and lost consciousness for 45 min according to their partner. The nurse should determine that the client is experiencing which of the following classifications of traumatic brain injury?

Moderate

A public health nurse is applying for a grant related to suicide prevention. When describing social groups at highest risk, which of the following should the nurse include?

Native American

A nurse on an acute care mental health unit is examining the belongings of a client who is being admitted following a suicide attempt. Which of the following belongings should the nurse ask the client's partner take back home?

Necklace Lace-up tennis shoes Glass framed picture of the client's partner.

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing mild depression and asks about herbal treatments. The nurse should identify that which of the following herbal treatments is used for depression?

St. John's Wort

A nurse is reviewing a client's MRI results that show cortical thinning. The nurse should identify that this finding is evident in which of the following types of dementia?

Substance use disorder

A nurse is reviewing strategies with a client who has a neurodevelopmental disorder to help them become more independent. Which of the following phases of the nurse-client relationship does this represent?

Termination phase

A nurse is providing care to a client who has dyslexia. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect to observe?

The client has difficulty reading

A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who has dementia related to a traumatic brain injury. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client's condition is worsening?

Visual field cuts

A nurse is caring for a school-aged client. The client is at highest risk for developing _____________ as evidence by the client's _________________________________________ .

disruptive mood dysregulation disorder & recurrent outbursts out of proportion to the situation

A nurse on a behavioral health unit is assisting with the care of a client.Complete the following sentence by using the lists of options.The client is at highest risk for developing_______________ as evidence by __________________

exhaustion & taking aripiprazole

A nurse in a pediatrician's office is caring for a preschooler. The nurse should first ______________________ followed by ____________________________________ .

perform a developmental screening & discuss therapeutic behavioralinterventions with guardian

A nurse is collecting data from an adolescent.The nurse is reviewing the assessment findings. Select the 2 findings that are unexpected and should be reported to the provider.

rapid blinking clearing of the throat

A nurse is assisting with the care of a client Day 1 0900: Client has ulcerative colitis and depression. Client's family states the client has been vomiting and experiencing diarrhea with limited food and fluid intake for the last 3 days. Client recently increased dosage of acetaminophen and increased dosage of prednisone. Urinary output is less than 30 mL/hr for past 2 hr. Client confused to person, place, and time.

Blood pressure 90/60 Heart rate 120/min Potassium Sodium Chloride Creatinine BUN Vomiting and experiencing diarrhea Urinary output

A nurse is caring for a client who has depression and states, "A government agency is attempting to capture me." The nurse should identify that the client is experiencing which of the following?

Delusions

Which of the following is an example of inattentiveness seen in an adolescent who has ADHD?

Difficulty completing their homework

A school nurse is assisting in the planning a presentation on identifying potential warning signs of suicide for high school students. Which of the following examples of behaviors should the nurse include in the presentation?

Displaying extreme mood swings

A nurse is speaking with the caregiver of a client who has dementia and is experiencing anosmia. Which of the following information should the nurse provide about strategies for managing the client's anosmia?

Dispose of food at the expiration date

A nurse is caring for a client who has dementia and observes that the client becomes stressed and requires assistance and monitoring when their family visits. When the family leaves the room, the client returns to baseline and the deficits are gone. Using the Functional Assessment Stage Tool, the nurse should identify that the client is in which of the following stages of Alzheimer's disease?

Incipient

Which of the following comorbid conditions might a nurse expect to see in a client who has ADHD?

Learning disabilities

A nurse is caring for a client who has experienced a stroke and exhibits parkinsonian effects. The client's cognition fluctuates. Which of the following types of dementia should the nurse expect the client to have?

Lewy body disease

A nurse is caring for a client who has HIV infection dementia and has progressed to AIDS. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Night sweats The nurse should identify that night sweats are a manifestation of AIDS. Other manifestations include fever, headache, weight loss, sore throat, and swollen lymph nodes.

Which of the following risk factors should a nurse associate with ADHD?

PLrenatal exposure to alcohol or tobacco

A nurse is caring for a client who has dementia and has a prescription for levodopa. Which of the following types of dementia should the nurse identify that the client has?

Parkinson's disease

A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who is being admitted with dementia. The nurse notes that the client has worked as a pest control specialist for the last 20 years. Which of the following types of dementia should the nurse expect the client to be experiencing?

Parkinson's disease

A nurse is assisting in the care for a client who is exhibiting a depressed mood one week before the start of their menstrual cycle. When collecting data, the nurse should identify that the client is exhibiting manifestations consistent with which of the following disorders?

Premenstrual dysphorix disorder

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing lack of sleep, lack of appetite, and difficulties with concentration. Which of the following types of dementia should the nurse expect this client to have?

Prion disease

A school nurse is assisting in creating a support group for students following the suicide of one of their peers. Which of the following interventions is the nurse providing?

Promoting connectedness

A nurse is caring for a client who has autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to observe?

Reapeating what others say

A nurse is discussing the plan of care with the guardians of a child recently diagnosed with a neurodevelopmental disorder. The guardians tell the nurse that they are opposed to any medication intervention. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Recommend the use of nonpharmacological interventions to the child's provider

A nurse is assisting with planning for a therapy dog to visit a client who has dementia. Which of the following is the purpose for this activity?

Relax the client

A nurse is speaking with the caregiver of a client who has Alzheimer's disease. The caregiver asks the nurse what type of essential oils should be used when the client receives massage therapy to decrease anxiety. Which of the following oils should the nurse recommend?

Rosemary

A nurse on a mental health unit is describing screening tools for suicide risks to a group of newly licensed nurses. Which of the following tests should the nurse include?

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