ATI RN
Population Specific Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the most important goal for a nurse when providing care for a patient with bulimia nervosa?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: To help the patient eliminate purging behaviors and develop healthy eating habits. This goal is important because it addresses the core issues of bulimia nervosa, which are unhealthy purging behaviors and distorted eating patterns. By helping the patient stop purging and establish healthy eating habits, the nurse can promote long-term recovery and overall well-being. Choice A is incorrect because promoting weight loss through strict dietary control can exacerbate the patient's unhealthy relationship with food and body image. Choice C is incorrect as encouraging excessive exercise can contribute to a cycle of compulsive behaviors and worsen the patient's physical and mental health. Choice D is incorrect because focusing solely on body image issues neglects the underlying psychological factors contributing to bulimia nervosa.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient with anorexia nervosa. Which of the following findings would be a priority for intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Body image disturbance and self-imposed starvation. This is a priority because it directly addresses the core issues of anorexia nervosa and poses immediate risks to the patient's health. Body image disturbance contributes to the patient's self-imposed starvation, which can lead to severe malnutrition and other serious complications. Addressing this issue is crucial for the patient's well-being. A: Weight loss of 2 pounds over the past week is concerning but may not be an immediate priority compared to addressing the underlying psychological issues. B: Denial of the need for nutrition rehabilitation is important to address but may not pose an immediate threat to the patient's health compared to self-imposed starvation. D: Refusal to participate in social activities may be a consequence of anorexia nervosa but does not directly address the urgent need to address body image disturbance and self-imposed starvation.
Question 3 of 5
A client with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder is described by other staff as being perfectionistic, inflexible, and a 'master at procrastination.' The nurse learns that the client is nearly immobilized during times that call for the client to make a decision. The nurse realizes that the most likely hypothesis is this behavior is related to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Fear of making a mistake. This is because individuals with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder often have an intense fear of making errors or mistakes. This fear can lead to indecisiveness and procrastination when faced with decision-making tasks. The client's behavior of being nearly immobilized during times requiring decision-making is characteristic of this fear of making a mistake. Incorrect choices: A: A need to make others uncomfortable - This is not related to the fear of making a mistake commonly seen in individuals with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. B: Needing to be the center of attention - This is not a typical characteristic of individuals with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. C: Wanting someone else to be responsible - This is not directly related to the fear of making a mistake, which is a core feature of the disorder.
Question 4 of 5
Which intervention would best address the nursing diagnosis of Imbalanced nutrition for elderly patients in stages 2 to 3 of Alzheimer's disease?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Offer finger foods the patient can take away from the table. This intervention is best suited for elderly patients in stages 2 to 3 of Alzheimer's disease as it promotes independent eating, encourages increased food intake, and addresses potential behavioral issues related to Alzheimer's. By offering finger foods that the patient can take away from the table, it allows for easier access to food, enhances the patient's ability to feed themselves, and reduces frustration or confusion that may arise during meal times. This approach supports the patient's autonomy and dignity while also addressing the nursing diagnosis of Imbalanced nutrition. Choice A is incorrect because monitoring bowel movements does not directly address the nutritional needs of the patient. Choice C focuses more on fluid balance rather than nutrition intake. Choice D is incorrect as providing protein-dense foods does not specifically target the challenges faced by elderly patients with Alzheimer's disease in stages 2 to 3.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is confused, disoriented in all three spheres, and experiencing visual hallucinations. While preparing to provide personal care, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because explaining to the patient what will happen during care is essential to provide a sense of orientation and reduce anxiety in a confused patient. This approach helps the patient understand the situation and feel more in control, which can decrease agitation. Choice A is incorrect as the patient's memory deficit may lead to further confusion. Choice B is incorrect as minimal communication may not address the patient's needs. Choice C is incorrect as physical touch without explanation may escalate the patient's hallucinations.