ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse in an acute care facility is admitting an older adult client who has dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. The nurse notes that the client's partner appears exhausted. He states that he is finding it more and more difficult to care for his wife. Which of the following interventions is the nurse’s priority?
Correct Answer: C
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Rationale: The correct answer is C - Ask the partner to talk about his difficulties in caring for the client. This is the priority intervention as it allows the nurse to assess the partner's needs, provide emotional support, and gather information to develop a plan for support. By actively listening to the partner's concerns, the nurse can address immediate issues and provide resources for assistance. Other options (
A) recommending long-term care, (
B) suggesting counseling, and (
D) calling a family meeting are important but not the priority as they do not directly address the partner's immediate emotional and practical needs. It is essential to prioritize addressing the partner's exhaustion and emotional well-being to ensure holistic care for both the client with dementia and their caregiver.
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