ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Health Asn Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a history of alcohol use disorder. Which of the following questions should the nurse include to determine how alcohol use affects the client's psychosocial behaviors?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. By asking if alcohol use has affected the client's performance at work, the nurse can assess the impact of alcohol on the client's psychosocial behaviors, such as work productivity and relationships with colleagues. This question directly addresses the behavioral consequences of alcohol use.
Explanation for incorrect choices:
B: Asking about prior treatment for substance use disorder focuses on the past rather than the current impact on psychosocial behaviors.
C: Inquiring about treatment for mental health disorders is relevant but does not specifically address the psychosocial effects of alcohol use.
D: Asking at what age the client began drinking alcohol provides historical information but does not assess current psychosocial behaviors.
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