ATI RN
Concepts of Family Health Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which intervention is likely to have the greatest positive impact on a client who has a history of medication noncompliance?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because enrolling the client in an in-home psychiatric nursing service that provides medication by injection ensures medication adherence. This intervention eliminates the need for the client to remember to take oral medication, reducing the risk of noncompliance. Inpatient admission (A) may not address the root cause of noncompliance and can be restrictive. Outpatient daycare (C) may not directly address medication adherence. A compliance contract (D) may not address the practical challenges of medication administration. Overall, choice B directly addresses the issue of medication noncompliance by providing a practical solution.
Question 2 of 5
A member of a group verbally lashes out at the nurse leading the discussion on assuming responsibility for behaviors. When the individual states, 'I was abused as a child by my father; you can't make me take responsibility for all the problems he created for me,' the nurse replies:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because it acknowledges the individual's feelings of anger and provides a safe space for expression. By validating their emotions and offering support, the nurse can help the individual process their past trauma. Choice A focuses solely on the abuse timeline and may not address the immediate emotional need. Choice C avoids the issue and may not help the individual address their feelings constructively. Choice D acknowledges the unresolved issues but doesn't actively support the individual in expressing their emotions. In summary, choice B is the most appropriate as it validates the individual's feelings and offers a safe environment for emotional expression.
Question 3 of 5
An individual is being admitted for psychiatric treatment. The initial role of the nurse regarding this individual's psychopharmacologic therapy is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct Answer: A Rationale: 1. Gathering data to create a baseline assessment is crucial to understanding the individual's medication history and current status. 2. This baseline assessment helps identify potential interactions, allergies, and previous responses to medications. 3. It allows the nurse to make informed decisions regarding the individual's psychopharmacologic therapy. 4. Assessing understanding (B) and evaluating effectiveness (C) are important but come after establishing the baseline assessment. 5. Building a therapeutic relationship (D) is essential but not the initial step in psychopharmacologic therapy.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement made by a client demonstrates a prominent behavior related to noncompliance with prescribed treatment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because the client's statement indicates a lack of adherence to prescribed treatment for type 2 diabetes, which typically includes dietary modifications. The client's belief that they can continue eating the same way shows a resistance to making necessary lifestyle changes. Choices A, C, and D do not directly relate to noncompliance with prescribed treatment but rather reflect challenges or concerns related to health issues.
Question 5 of 5
The adult children of an elderly client are interested in the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies to help manage their mother's poststroke depression. The nurse responds:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale for Correct Answer C: The nurse's response is correct because there has been some research supporting the use of acupuncture in managing depression post-stroke. Acupuncture is a form of CAM therapy that has shown promising results in improving mental health outcomes for stroke patients. By suggesting acupuncture, the nurse is offering a potential evidence-based solution for the client's post-stroke depression. This response aligns with the client's interests in exploring CAM therapies and provides a feasible option for consideration. Incorrect Answers: A: This answer is incorrect because it states there has been no research on the effectiveness of CAM for depression after strokes, which is misleading as there is research supporting the use of acupuncture. B: This answer is incorrect because it assumes that age-related factors like impaired renal function would automatically preclude the use of CAM therapies, which is not always the case. D: This answer is incorrect because it suggests consulting the physician due to inconclusive research, which may hinder the exploration of potentially beneficial CAM therapies like acupuncture