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ATI Engage Mental Health Personality Disorders Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for client who is taking levothyroxin. Which of the following findings should indicate that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Weight loss. Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone replacement medication used to treat hypothyroidism. When the medication is effective, it helps normalize the body's thyroid hormone levels, which can lead to an increase in metabolism and potential weight loss. This is a common therapeutic effect seen in patients with hypothyroidism. Summary of other choices: B: Decreased blood pressure - Levothyroxine is not primarily used to treat hypertension, so a decrease in blood pressure would not be a direct indication of the medication's effectiveness. C: Absence of seizures - Levothyroxine does not directly affect seizure activity, so this would not be a typical indicator of its effectiveness. D: Decrease inflammation - Levothyroxine is not specifically indicated for reducing inflammation, so a decrease in inflammation would not be a direct measure of the medication's effectiveness in treating hypothyroidism.
Question 2 of 5
Four teenagers died in an automobile accident. One week later, which behavior by the parents of these teenagers most clearly demonstrates resilience?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because creating a scholarship fund at their child's high school demonstrates resilience by channeling their grief into a positive and productive endeavor that honors their child's memory. This action shows the parents are able to cope with their loss by making a meaningful impact on the community. A: Visiting the grave daily may indicate difficulty moving forward and may hinder the grieving process. B: Returning to employment immediately could be a way to avoid facing the emotional impact of the loss. C: Discussing the accident within the family only may limit the support and healing that can come from seeking help outside the family circle.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for client who is taking levothyroxin. Which of the following findings should indicate that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Weight loss. Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone replacement medication used to treat hypothyroidism. When the medication is effective, it helps normalize the body's thyroid hormone levels, which can lead to an increase in metabolism and potential weight loss. This is a common therapeutic effect seen in patients with hypothyroidism. Summary of other choices: B: Decreased blood pressure - Levothyroxine is not primarily used to treat hypertension, so a decrease in blood pressure would not be a direct indication of the medication's effectiveness. C: Absence of seizures - Levothyroxine does not directly affect seizure activity, so this would not be a typical indicator of its effectiveness. D: Decrease inflammation - Levothyroxine is not specifically indicated for reducing inflammation, so a decrease in inflammation would not be a direct measure of the medication's effectiveness in treating hypothyroidism.
Question 4 of 5
A patient repeatedly stated, "I'm stupi" Which statement by that patient would show progress resulting from cognitive-behavioral therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it shows a shift in thinking from a global, negative self-view to a more specific acknowledgement of occasional mistakes. This demonstrates progress in cognitive restructuring, a key component of cognitive-behavioral therapy. Choice B reflects a pattern of negative thinking without self-reflection, while choice C indicates a fear of failure in trying new things. Choice D shows self-criticism without recognition of potential for improvement. Overall, choice A is the most indicative of cognitive-behavioral therapy progress by acknowledging specific instances of behavior rather than a global self-assessment.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions reflect the nurse's role of advocate in an inpatient psychiatric setting? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rationale: A: The nurse advocating for a mentally ill client's access to mental health services aligns with the advocacy role, ensuring the client's needs are met. B: Focusing on improving self-care knowledge is important but not necessarily advocating for the client's rights or needs. C: Explaining unit rules and ensuring comfort in the environment is more about patient education and safety than advocacy. D: Monitoring for medication side effects is crucial, but it does not specifically address advocating for the client's rights or needs.