ATI RN
Age Specific Considerations in Patient Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse has recently been assigned to a unit that specializes in the care of patients diagnosed with eating disorders. The nurse should consider which of the following actions as having priority when preparing for this new assignment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. Self-reflecting on personal feelings regarding body weight and size is crucial for the nurse to be aware of any biases or triggers that may affect patient care. Understanding personal attitudes towards body image can prevent unintentional harm or judgment towards patients. A: Becoming familiar with the unit's policies and procedures is important but not the top priority when dealing with patients with eating disorders. B: Arranging to mentor with a nurse who has experience on the unit can be helpful but does not address the nurse's personal biases. D: Attending an educational seminar is valuable but may not address the nurse's own attitudes towards body image.
Question 2 of 5
Adolescents often cite barriers for discussing psychosocial issues with their physician. If confidentiality is addressed, which of the following do adolescents NOT cite as a barrier:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is NOT a suitable place for a family doctor outside the polyclinic to refer an adolescent patient for psychotherapy/counselling?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
When thinking about alcohol and drug abuse the clinical officer should be aware that
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is equally common in boys and girls
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.