ATI Mental Health Quiz
Total Questions : 24
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Which of the following are examples of intentional torts in nursing practice? (Select all that apply)
A nurse observes a patient with bipolar disorder who suddenly shifts from laughing joyfully to crying within minutes during the therapy session. This sudden and intense change in emotional expression is an example of:
A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia. During the interaction, the nurse notices that the patient’s facial expressions are minimal and do not seem to match the emotions being expressed verbally. This is an example of:
A patient is admitted to a forensic psychiatric facility after being found not guilty by reason of insanity. Court records show that although the patient understood their actions were wrong, they were unable to control their behavior due to a severe mental illness. This legal decision is most consistent with which of the following standards?
A patient in a forensic psychiatric facility has been found not guilty by reason of insanity after committing a violent crime. The court determined that the patient did not understand that their actions were wrong at the time of the offense due to a severe mental illness. This legal decision is based on which of the following principles?
The nurse is preparing to perform a psychosocial assessment on a patient. Which of the following should be included in the environment to promote an effective assessment? (Select all that apply)
The nurse uses a variety of therapeutic communication skills when working with patients. Which of the following is a therapeutic goal that can be accomplished through the use of therapeutic communication?
A woman experiences deep sadness after the death of her “side-piece,” but she feels unable to openly mourn because their relationship was not recognized openly. The nurse identifies this as an example of:
A patient recently lost her spouse and says, “I don’t know how I’m going to live without him.” Which of the following responses by the nurse is nontherapeutic?
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