ATI RN
Age Specific Patient Care Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which nursing intervention would be most helpful for addressing this behavior?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because holding a weekly staff meeting to discuss feelings and conflicts related to the behavior promotes open communication and teamwork. This intervention allows staff to address the behavior in a collaborative and supportive manner, leading to a better understanding of the underlying issues and potential solutions. Choice B is not the best option as confronting the patient may escalate the situation and create a power struggle, potentially worsening the behavior. Choice C of ignoring inappropriate behavior can lead to a lack of accountability and enable further misconduct. Choice D of evaluating the patient for a medication increase or transfer may not address the root cause of the behavior and could overlook the importance of addressing it through communication and teamwork.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse would attempt to reduce nighttime agitation for a patient with either delirium or dementia by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: keeping a soft light on in the patient's room. This helps to reduce nighttime agitation by providing a soothing environment without complete darkness, which can cause confusion and disorientation in patients with delirium or dementia. Warm milk (A) may not address the underlying cause of agitation. A large-faced lighted alarm clock (C) may be distracting and increase confusion. Family pictures (D) may not directly impact nighttime agitation and could potentially overstimulate the patient.
Question 3 of 5
Which assessment finding is most associated with bulimia nervosa?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Prominent parotid glands. This is associated with bulimia nervosa due to repeated vomiting, which can lead to enlargement of the parotid glands. This is known as parotid gland hypertrophy. The other choices (B: Peripheral edema, C: Thin, brittle hair, D: Amenorrhea) are more commonly associated with anorexia nervosa rather than bulimia nervosa. Edema is a sign of malnutrition in anorexia, while thin, brittle hair and amenorrhea are also common in anorexia due to severe weight loss and hormonal disturbances.
Question 4 of 5
During a counseling session, the mother of one of the clients with an eating disorder states to the nurse, 'I feel like such a failure. How can I be sure my daughter has no more problems like this?' Which response is the most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
While auditing care plans for clients with eating disorders, the nurse realizes that a nursing diagnosis appropriate for a client with anorexia nervosa as well as for a client with bulimia nervosa is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale for Correct Answer (C): Chronic low self-esteem is appropriate for both anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa clients as these disorders are often associated with poor body image and low self-worth. Clients with these disorders commonly struggle with feelings of inadequacy and self-criticism, leading to chronic low self-esteem. This nursing diagnosis addresses the underlying emotional issues that are prevalent in both anorexia and bulimia. Summary of Incorrect Choices: A: Ineffective denial is not appropriate as clients with these disorders are often aware of their condition and may even have distorted perceptions about their body image. B: Adult failure to thrive is not suitable as this nursing diagnosis is typically used for older adults who are experiencing a decline in health and functioning, not specifically related to eating disorders. D: Risk for imbalanced body temperature is not relevant as it does not address the psychological and emotional aspects that are central to anorexia and bulimia.