ATI RN
Age Specific Care Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
A man who regularly experiences premature ejaculation tells the nurse, 'I feel like such a failure. It's so awful for both me and my partner.' Select the nurse's most therapeutic response.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it acknowledges the man's emotions of frustration and upset, showing empathy and understanding. This response validates his feelings and opens the door for further discussion. Choice B shifts the focus away from the man's current emotions. Choice C minimizes his feelings and may come across as dismissive. Choice D is too vague and doesn't address the man's emotional state directly. Overall, choice A is the most therapeutic as it validates the man's feelings and encourages him to express more.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse monitors a patient with anorexia nervosa for complications of refeeding. Which assessment is most important?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C, reports of serum electrolytes. In anorexia nervosa, refeeding syndrome can occur, leading to electrolyte imbalances. Monitoring serum electrolytes is crucial to prevent complications like cardiac arrhythmias and seizures. Pupillary reaction, temperature, and sleep disturbances are important but not as critical as assessing electrolyte levels in this scenario.
Question 3 of 5
Which nursing diagnosis is more relevant for a patient with anorexia nervosa who restricts intake and is 20% below normal weight than for a 130-pound patient with bulimia nervosa who purges?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements. For a patient with anorexia nervosa who restricts intake and is 20% below normal weight, this diagnosis is more relevant as it directly addresses the issue of inadequate food intake leading to weight loss. Powerlessness (A) may not be as directly related to the physical consequences of anorexia. Ineffective coping (B) and Disturbed body image (C) are more commonly associated with bulimia nervosa and do not address the primary concern of malnutrition in this case.
Question 4 of 5
A Hispanic woman comes to the mental health center at the urging of her adult children. The patient has lost 5 pounds since her husband's death 6 months ago and says, "My husband comes to visit me in the night but I cannot understand what he says." How should the nurse analyze this situation? The patient is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Grieving the husband's death. The patient's statement about her deceased husband visiting her in the night and her weight loss following his death indicate a strong possibility of experiencing grief. This is a common manifestation of bereavement, where individuals may have difficulty accepting the reality of the loss and experience hallucinations or illusions involving the deceased. The patient's symptoms are more aligned with the normal process of grieving rather than psychosis. Choices A and B are incorrect because the patient's experiences are likely related to grief rather than auditory and visual hallucinations or imbalanced nutrition. Choice D is incorrect as the patient's statements suggest she is aware of her husband's death but is struggling to cope with it emotionally.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with mania has not eaten or slept for 3 days. Which nursing diagnosis has priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Imbalanced nutrition. Priority is given to physiological needs. The patient not eating for 3 days can lead to serious health complications. This nursing diagnosis addresses the immediate risk to the patient's physical well-being. Choices A, B, and C are important but addressing the patient's nutritional needs is the priority to prevent further deterioration in their condition.