ATI RN
ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Updated Questions
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A nurse in a long-term care facility is providing care for a client who has been receiving donepezil. Which of the following findings indicates that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Improved short-term memory. Donepezil is a medication commonly used to treat Alzheimer's disease by improving cognitive function, particularly memory. Short-term memory improvement is a key indicator of the medication's effectiveness in slowing down the progression of cognitive decline. Enhanced mood (choice
A) may be a positive outcome but is not a direct indicator of donepezil's effectiveness. The ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) independently (choice
C) may not solely rely on improved memory function. Increased food intake (choice
D) is not a specific indicator of the medication's effectiveness in treating cognitive impairment.
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