ATI RN
Age Specific Care Competency Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for a patient with Alzheimer disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Disturbed thought processes related to irreversible brain disorder. This nursing diagnosis is appropriate for a patient with Alzheimer's disease because Alzheimer's is characterized by cognitive decline and disturbances in thought processes due to irreversible brain changes. Disorientation related to hyperthermia (A) is not directly associated with Alzheimer's. Anxiety related to dementia (B) is a symptom of Alzheimer's, not a nursing diagnosis. Disturbed sensory perception related to alcohol abuse (C) is not relevant to a patient with Alzheimer's disease. It is crucial to focus on the specific symptoms and characteristics of Alzheimer's disease when selecting the appropriate nursing diagnosis.
Question 2 of 5
A client being treated for anorexia nervosa is 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs 100 pounds. The client believes she is overweight. On the days the client is scheduled to be weighed, the nurse should be prepared for the client to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct Answer: B - Dress in several layers of clothing. Rationale: An individual with anorexia nervosa often engages in behaviors to manipulate their weight, such as wearing heavy clothing to increase their weight on the scale. This behavior is a result of distorted body image and fear of gaining weight. By dressing in several layers of clothing, the client may attempt to influence the scale reading to align with their perceived body image. Summary of other choices: A: Eagerly asking for information about her present weight is unlikely as individuals with anorexia nervosa typically avoid discussions or confrontations related to their weight. C: Suggesting that the scale numbers be hidden is not as likely as the client may want to see the numbers to validate their belief of being overweight. D: Reminding the nurse that she is ready to be weighed may occur, but it does not address the behavior of dressing in layers to manipulate weight.
Question 3 of 5
A high school cheerleader was admitted to the eating disorders unit, having developed hypokalemia as the result of purging. Which of these medications will probably be prescribed for the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step 1: The client has hypokalemia, indicating low potassium levels due to purging. Step 2: Potassium is essential for muscle function, including the heart. Step 3: Correct Answer: A - Potassium will be prescribed to replenish the deficient levels. Summary: B is incorrect as calcium gluconate is not used to treat hypokalemia. C and D are unrelated to treating low potassium levels.
Question 4 of 5
Trends that have contributed to the recent increase in eating disorders in the United States include a(n):
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: focus on being thin as a measure of attractiveness. This is because societal pressures and media influence have placed a strong emphasis on thinness as the ideal body type, leading to increased body dissatisfaction and disordered eating behaviors. Option A (more competitive workplace) and B (increase in the number of divorces) are not directly linked to eating disorders, while option D (increase in the number of nonnutritional foods consumed) may contribute to health issues but not specifically to eating disorders. In conclusion, the societal focus on thinness has a significant impact on the rise of eating disorders in the United States.
Question 5 of 5
Select the central concept around which a family education plan for preventing childhood eating problems is constructed:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Promoting self-demand feeding for the child. This approach encourages the child to listen to their own hunger cues and regulate their food intake accordingly, promoting a healthy relationship with food. It empowers the child to develop autonomy and self-awareness around eating habits. Explanation for why the other choices are incorrect: B: While distinguishing between physical and psychological hunger is important, it is not the central concept for preventing childhood eating problems. C: Scheduling meals may not align with the child's natural hunger cues and can potentially lead to disordered eating patterns. D: Parental expectations can create pressure around eating, potentially leading to negative relationships with food.