ATI MENTAL HEALTH PROCTORED EXAM TEST BANK WITH NGN

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61. A nurse is performing a mental status examination for a client who has schizophrenia. The nurse should recognize that which of the following actions requires the client to think abstractly? Exp... lain what to do if he misses the bus Determine the meaning of a proverb Name the last three presidents of the United States of America d. Count by adding sevens consecutively 62.A A nurse is developing a plan of care for a school age child who has ADHD. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan? a. Administer olanzapine b. Institute consequences for deliberate behaviors c. Provide a stimulating environment d. Encourage thought stopping techniques 63.A A nurse in a mental health facility is making plans for a client’s discharge. Which of the following interdisciplinary team members should the nurse contact to assist the client with housing placement? a. Clinical nurse specialist b. Recreational therapist c. Social worker d. Occupational therapist 64.A A nurse is providing crisis intervention for a client who was involved in a violent mass casualty situation in the community. Which of the following actions should the nurse take during the initial session with the client? a. Encourage the client to display anger toward the cause of the crisis c. Tell the client that his life will soon return to normal Identify the client’s usual coping style d. Help the client focus on a wide variety of topics regarding the crisis 65. A nurse is planning to conduct a support group for adolescents who have cancer. Which of the following actions should the nurse include during the orientation phase? a. Manage conflict within the group b. Establish rapport with group members c. Encourage the use of problem-solving skills d. Maintain the group’s focus on identified issues 66.A A nurse is assessing a client who recently started antidepressant therapy for the treatment of major depressive disorder. Which of the following findings indicates the client is at an increased risk for suicide? a. Increased energy b. Hypersomnia c. Unkempt appearance d. Psychomotor retardatio [Show More]

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