ATI RN
Behavioral Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder does not interact with others except when addressed and then only in monosyllables. The nurse wants to show nonjudgmental acceptance and support for the patient. Select the nurse's most effective approach to communication.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with a mood disorder who is taking lithium. Which side effect of lithium should the nurse closely monitor for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Alzheimer's disease and is having difficulty with multitasking. Which of the following cognitive deficits is the client experiencing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is working with a patient diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate for this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.