ATI LPN Mental Health Proctored Exam 2

Which strategy should be implemented first when addressing homelessness related to mental health issues in a community?

Which factors should a nurse assess to identify barriers to effective client education during a mental health assessment? (Select all that apply)

A nursing student is asked to prioritize a care intervention for a client experiencing chronic stress that has progressed to exhaustion. Which action should be taken first?

A nurse notices that a homeless client with a mental health disorder is frequently misunderstood by staff due to stereotypes. What should the nurse prioritize to support this client?

In the mental status exam, which component should the nurse focus on if a client has suddenly become agitated and aggressive?

What is a primary aim of scaffolding in the context of mental health nursing?

A nurse is observing a client whose vital signs have reverted to baseline despite ongoing stress. Which phase of the stress response is the client most likely experiencing?

When encountering a patient expressing ethnocentric views about mental health treatments, what is the best course of action for a nurse?

In a mental health care setting, which situation best exemplifies implicit bias impacting a patient's treatment?

Which coping strategy demonstrates effective management of eustress in a client preparing for a major life event?

In the planning phase of the nursing process, how can a nurse integrate holistic approaches into a client's care plan?

When assessing a client using a holistic approach in mental health nursing, which factor should a nurse primarily consider to ensure an effective assessment?

Which intervention best demonstrates culturally competent care in a client with mental illness?

Which approach can help reduce prejudice in a healthcare setting towards patients with mental health disorders?

In assessing family dynamics, what should the nurse focus on to create a comprehensive care plan?

When assessing a client with suspected mental health issues, which aspect should a nurse prioritize for accurate diagnosis?

Which action is appropriate for the nurse when noticing a client's mood does not match their affect during an assessment?

A nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of coping strategies in a client using defense mechanisms to deal with acute stress. Which observation would prompt the nurse to intervene?

A patient presents with altered speech patterns and disorientation. What is the most critical step the nurse should take in assessing these symptoms?

What intervention should be prioritized for a family reporting challenges in coping with the loss of their home and a child's decreased school performance?

A nurse is discussing parenting styles with a group of guardians. Which statement by a guardian reflects an authoritative parenting style?

During the resistance stage of the stress response, which physiological changes are most likely to occur?

A patient with major depressive disorder is prescribed fluoxetine 40 mg PO daily. The pharmacy provides fluoxetine liquid with a concentration of 20 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?

A patient with schizophrenia has been prescribed haloperidol 10 mg IM. The vial available contains haloperidol 5 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?

A psychiatric-mental health nurse is reviewing a client's medication schedule. The client is prescribed 150 mg of venlafaxine to manage their depression. The pharmacy dispenses venlafaxine 37.5 mg tab