ATI RN
Assessing Health Behavior Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with bulimia nervosa. The patient states, 'I am afraid that I will never be able to control my eating.' What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
In which phase of the nursing process and step in the nursing care plan should a nurse record the item, 'Encourage patient to attend one psychoeducational group daily'?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is working with a patient diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder. The patient states, 'I worry about everything, even things that are out of my control.' Which of the following is the priority nursing diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A patient experiencing significant stress associated with a disturbing new medical diagnosis asks the nurse, 'Do you think saying a prayer would help?' Select the nurse's best answer.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Many patients find that spiritual measures, including prayer, are helpful in mediating stress. Studies have shown that spiritual practices can enhance the sense of well-being. When a patient suggests a viable means of reducing stress, it should be supported by the nurse. Indicating that prayer is the patient's only hope is pessimistic and would cause further distress. Suggesting meditation or other alternatives to prayer implies that the nurse does not think prayer would be effective.
Question 5 of 5
A patient experiencing moderate anxiety says, 'I feel undone.' An appropriate response for the nurse would be:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increased anxiety results in scattered thoughts and an inability to articulate clearly. Clarifying helps the patient identify thoughts and feelings. Asking the patient why he or she feels anxious is nontherapeutic; the patient likely does not have an answer. The patient may be unable to determine what he or she would like the nurse to do in order to help. Telling the patient to get his or her feelings under control is a directive the patient is probably unable to accomplish.