ATI RN
Population Based Health Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is a common physical sign of anorexia nervosa?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Severe weight loss and dry skin. In anorexia nervosa, individuals typically experience significant weight loss due to severe restriction of food intake. This leads to a low body weight, which is a key physical sign of the disorder. Dry skin is also common in anorexia nervosa due to malnutrition. Rationale: A: Hypoglycemia and tachycardia are not specific physical signs of anorexia nervosa. While tachycardia (rapid heart rate) can occur due to the stress on the body, it is not as specific as severe weight loss. C: Increased appetite and excessive weight gain are not characteristic of anorexia nervosa, as individuals with this disorder typically have a distorted body image and fear gaining weight. D: High blood pressure and rapid heart rate are not typical physical signs of anorexia nervosa. Anorexia nervosa is more commonly associated with low blood pressure due to mal
Question 2 of 5
A woman with Alzheimer's disease has significant apraxia and poor hygiene. Which intervention would be most appropriate for ensuring that the patient completes a shower?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because it provides the most direct and hands-on assistance to ensure completion of the shower. By walking her to the shower, assisting with undressing, starting the water, and providing necessary supplies and instructions, the patient is guided through each step of the showering process. This approach is essential for someone with significant apraxia and poor hygiene due to Alzheimer's disease. Choice A is incorrect because simply reminding the patient every 30 minutes may not address the physical assistance needed for shower completion. Choice B is also incorrect as discussing the importance of showers may not be enough to overcome the challenges of apraxia and poor hygiene. Choice C is not as effective as choice D as occasional reminders may not provide the comprehensive assistance required for the patient to successfully complete the shower.
Question 3 of 5
A 72-year-old patient has the medical diagnosis of delirium secondary to anticholinergic medication toxicity. Family members are very anxious and express their concerns about placing the patient in a nursing home. What information should serve as a basis for the nurse's reply?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct Answer: A Rationale: 1. Delirium is an acute, reversible condition caused by underlying factors like medication toxicity. 2. By addressing the anticholinergic medication toxicity, the delirium can be resolved, leading to recovery. 3. The patient's age does not necessarily indicate a progression to dementia. 4. Placing the patient in a nursing home is not the immediate solution; resolving the toxicity should be the priority. Summary: Choice A is correct because delirium is reversible with appropriate treatment. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not address the underlying cause of delirium or provide accurate information about its progression or management.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is working with a family with an elderly family member who is in the predisgnostic phase of Alzheimer disease. The most important nursing intervention at this time would be to provide:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because educating the family about Alzheimer's disease in the predisgnostic phase helps them understand what to expect and how to cope effectively. This empowers them to make informed decisions and provide appropriate care. Option A focuses on communication, which is important but not the most critical intervention at this stage. Option B is helpful but may not address the family's immediate needs. Option C addresses caregiver stress, which is important but may not be the priority in the predisgnostic phase. Therefore, providing educational materials is the most important intervention to support the family during this phase.
Question 5 of 5
Many clients with eating disorders have difficulty translating their pain into words. Which approach may be used to promote getting in touch with feelings and greater self-disclosure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Dance and movement therapy. This approach can help clients with eating disorders express emotions non-verbally, promoting self-awareness and self-disclosure. Movement therapy encourages embodied expression of feelings, facilitating a deeper connection to internal experiences. It allows clients to explore and release emotions through physical movement, aiding in the processing of emotional pain. Personality inventory testing (A) may not directly address emotional expression. Letter writing (C) can help, but may not be as effective as movement in promoting non-verbal expression. Cooking and meal-planning classes (D) focus on practical skills rather than emotional expression.