ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Proctored Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has generalized anxiety disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Restlessness. In generalized anxiety disorder, clients often experience restlessness due to excessive worry and fear. This can manifest as fidgeting, inability to relax, and feeling on edge. Restlessness is a common symptom seen in individuals with this disorder. Increased energy (choice
A) is less likely as anxiety tends to deplete energy. Depersonalization (choice
C) is more commonly associated with dissociative disorders, not generalized anxiety disorder. Euphoric mood (choice
D) is not typically seen in clients with generalized anxiety disorder, as they are more likely to feel tense and worried.
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