ATI RN
Age Specific Care Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
An outpatient diagnosed with schizophrenia attends programming at a community mental health center. The patient says, I threw away the pills because they keep me from hearing God. Which response by the nurse would most likely to benefit this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A patient tells the nurse that his sexual functioning is normal when his wife wears short, red camisole-style nightgowns. He states, 'Without the red teddies, I am not interested in sex.' The nurse can assess this as consistent with
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: fetishism. Fetishism is a sexual disorder where a person is sexually aroused by an object or body part that is not typically considered sexual. In this scenario, the patient's arousal is dependent on his wife wearing a specific type of clothing (the red camisole-style nightgowns), indicating a fetishistic preference for that particular item. This is different from exhibitionism (A), which involves exposing one's genitals to unsuspecting strangers; voyeurism (B), which involves observing unsuspecting individuals undressing or engaging in sexual activity; and frotteurism (C), which involves touching or rubbing against a non-consenting person for sexual arousal.
Question 3 of 5
A man who regularly experiences premature ejaculation tells the nurse, 'I feel like such a failure. It's so awful for both me and my partner.' Select the nurse's most therapeutic response.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it acknowledges the man's emotions of frustration and upset, showing empathy and understanding. This response validates his feelings and opens the door for further discussion. Choice B shifts the focus away from the man's current emotions. Choice C minimizes his feelings and may come across as dismissive. Choice D is too vague and doesn't address the man's emotional state directly. Overall, choice A is the most therapeutic as it validates the man's feelings and encourages him to express more.
Question 4 of 5
A 79-year-old white male tells a nurse, 'I have felt very sad lately. I do not have much to live for. My family and friends are all dead, and my own health is failing.' The nurse should analyze this comment as
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: evidence of risks for suicide. The elderly man's statement indicates feelings of hopelessness, loneliness, and lack of purpose, which are common risk factors for suicide in older adults. The nurse should assess further for suicidal ideation and intervene accordingly. Choice A is incorrect because the statement goes beyond normal pessimism by expressing thoughts of not having much to live for. Choice C is incorrect as the statement is more indicative of distress rather than a mere call for sympathy. Choice D is incorrect as normal grieving typically involves processing emotions related to a specific loss, whereas the man's statement reflects a broader sense of despair.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse monitors a patient with anorexia nervosa for complications of refeeding. Which assessment is most important?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C, reports of serum electrolytes. In anorexia nervosa, refeeding syndrome can occur, leading to electrolyte imbalances. Monitoring serum electrolytes is crucial to prevent complications like cardiac arrhythmias and seizures. Pupillary reaction, temperature, and sleep disturbances are important but not as critical as assessing electrolyte levels in this scenario.