ATI RN
Psychobiological Disorder Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse caring for a patient taking a SSRI will develop outcome criteria related to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B. The nurse should develop outcome criteria related to improvement in depression because SSRIs are primarily used to treat depression by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain. Monitoring improvement in depression is crucial to assess the effectiveness of the medication. Choice A (coherent thought processes) is not specific to SSRIs and may not directly correlate with the medication's therapeutic effects. Choice C (reduced levels of motor activity) is not a common side effect of SSRIs and is not typically monitored as an outcome criterion. Choice D (decreased extrapyramidal symptoms) is irrelevant as SSRIs do not target extrapyramidal symptoms, which are associated with antipsychotic medications.
Question 2 of 5
A professional football player is seen in the emergency department after losing consciousness from an illegal block. Prior to discharge, the nurse assists the patient to schedule an outpatient computed tomography (CT) scan for the next day. Which strategy should the nurse use to ensure the patient remembers the appointment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Log the appointment day, time, and location into the player's cell phone calendar feature. This method utilizes technology to set a reminder for the appointment, increasing the likelihood of the patient remembering. By inputting the information directly into the player's cell phone calendar, it serves as a tangible reminder that the patient will frequently access. This strategy leverages the convenience and accessibility of smartphones, enhancing the chances of successful appointment attendance. Choice A is less effective because a piece of paper can be lost or forgotten easily. Choice C is unnecessary as the patient does not require hospital admission for a routine CT scan appointment. Choice D relies solely on verbal communication which may not be as reliable as a digital reminder in a traumatic situation where the patient may be disoriented or forgetful.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse provides health education for an adult with sleep deprivation. It is most important for the nurse to encourage caution when the patient engages in
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: driving a car. Sleep deprivation impairs cognitive function and reaction time, increasing the risk of accidents while driving. It is crucial for the nurse to emphasize caution during activities requiring alertness and quick decision-making. Using a vacuum cleaner (A) and cooking a meal (B) involve less risk compared to driving. Bathing (D) is a routine task that does not pose the same level of danger as driving. Encouraging caution during driving is essential to prevent potential harm to the patient and others.
Question 4 of 5
Which person would be most likely to experience sleep fragmentation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A - An obese adult. Obesity is a risk factor for sleep fragmentation due to conditions like sleep apnea. Excess weight can lead to airway obstruction during sleep, resulting in interrupted breathing and disrupted sleep patterns. Toddlers attending day care (choice B) may experience disruptions but not necessarily as consistently as obese adults. Mild osteoarthritis (choice C) may cause discomfort but is not directly linked to sleep fragmentation. An adolescent with anorexia nervosa (choice D) may have sleep disturbances, but obesity poses a higher risk for sleep fragmentation.
Question 5 of 5
Normally, most people sleep at night. What is the physiological rationale?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because the master biological clock, known as the circadian rhythm, responds to darkness by signaling the release of melatonin, a hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle. Melatonin production increases in response to darkness, signaling the body that it is time to sleep. This process is crucial for maintaining a regular sleep pattern. B: Darkness actually stimulates the release of melatonin, not histamine, to promote sleep. C: Cooler temperatures may contribute to better sleep, but it is the response to darkness, not temperature, that primarily triggers sleep. D: The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the body's fight-or-flight response, which is not conducive to sleep.