ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam IV Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse has received a report on a group of clients. Which of the following client clients should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should assess the client with a left-sided stroke first (
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D) due to the severe headache and confusion, indicating a potential worsening neurological status that requires immediate intervention. This client may be experiencing a stroke complication like hemorrhage or increased intracranial pressure, necessitating urgent assessment and treatment to prevent further neurological damage.
Choice A has a blood glucose level within the normal range for type 2 diabetes and can be assessed after the client with a potential neurological emergency.
Choice B's client with diabetes insipidus has a slight fluid imbalance but is stable and can be assessed after the higher priority client.
Choice C's client with Graves' disease has symptoms related to hyperthyroidism, which are concerning but not immediately life-threatening compared to a neurological emergency.
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