Lecture Notes: Preparing for the ATI Mental Health Exam

Introduction

• Context: Sharing tips on passing the ATI Mental Health Exam after completing the second semester of nursing school.
• Setting: Recorded in Mexico.
• Goal: Provide fresh insights and personal tips for exam success.

Overview of ATI Mental Health Exam

• Content: Culmination of semester learnings - medications, interventions, big concepts.
• Scoring Tiers:
  • Tier 1: Requires a score of 56.
  • Tier 2: Requires a score of 66.
  • Tier 3: Highest, requires a score of 85.
• Personal Experience: Tested twice, achieved Tier 3 both times.

Study Tips

Study Schedule

• Timing: Start studying no more than two weeks out to retain information effectively.

Reading & Practice

• Core Material: Read the textbook provided by the test creators.
  • Approach: Entire book or selected chapters based on personal preference.
• Practice Questions:
  • Complete questions at the end of each textbook section.
  • Aim to excel in these practice questions.

Utilizing School Resources

• Practice Tests: Provided by teachers.
  • After completion, receive a focus review.
  • Focus Reviews: Vital for identifying and understanding wrong answers.
  • Strategy: Re-read chapters related to wrong answers or unclear sections.

Online Resources

• ATI Database:
  • Dynamic Quizzes: 400 mental health questions available.
  • Approach: Preferred adapted quizzing and tests.
  • Review: Go over rationales and questions answered incorrectly.

Additional Study Aids

• Kathy Park's Videos:
  • Offers concise summaries of mental health topics.
  • Videos are typically 5-10 minutes long.
  • Method: Listen on-the-go for convenience.

Exam Content Focus

• Medications: Highlighted as a key area to focus on, as they were significant in the test.

Conclusion

• Final Remarks: Encouragement to engage with tips and reach out for questions.
• Call to Action: Engage by commenting, sharing experiences, and subscribing.