ATI RN
Psychotropic Medication Quiz Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Morgan is a third-year nursing student in her psychiatric clinical rotation. She is assigned to an 80-year-old widow admitted for major depressive disorder. The patient describes many losses and sadness. Morgan becomes teary and says meaningfully, 'I am so sorry for you.' Morgan's instructor overhears the conversation and says, 'I understand that getting tearful is a human response. Yet, sympathy isn't helpful in this field.' The instructor urges Morgan to focus on:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Using empathy to demonstrate respect and validation of the patient's feelings. Empathy involves understanding and sharing the feelings of another. In this scenario, the instructor is guiding Morgan to acknowledge the patient's emotions without taking them on as her own (eliminating choice A). Maintaining pure objectivity (choice B) is important in healthcare, but showing empathy does not contradict objectivity; it enhances the therapeutic relationship. Using touch (choice D) may not be appropriate without consent and may not address the patient's emotional needs. Empathy, on the other hand, allows Morgan to connect with the patient's emotions while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Question 2 of 5
Which situations demonstrate liable behavior on the part of the staff? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because forgetting to obtain consent for a medical procedure, especially for a cognitively impaired patient, is a clear case of liable behavior as it violates the patient's rights and can lead to serious consequences. Choice B is incorrect because leaving a patient with suicidal thoughts alone in the bathroom is a negligent behavior, not liable. Choice C is incorrect because promising to restrain a patient without proper authorization or assessment is not appropriate and can lead to liability issues. Choice D is incorrect because reassuring a paranoid patient about medication safety is not necessarily liable behavior unless there are specific concerns about tampering that were not addressed appropriately.
Question 3 of 5
A 35-year-old man with abnormal behavior has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. In schizophrenia, Clozapine is more effective than haloperidol against:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A patient's history shows drinking 4 to 6 liters of fluid and eating more than 6,000 calories per day. Which part of the central nervous system is most likely dysfunctional for this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A patient has fear as well as increased heart rate and blood pressure. The nurse suspects increased activity of which neurotransmitter?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.