ATI RN
ATI RN Mental health 2019 NGN II Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient with bipolar disorder. Which of the following aspects of the assessment should the nurse consider as part of the physical assessment? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: The correct answer includes monitoring signs of psychomotor agitation (
A) because it is essential to assess the patient's activity level. Assessing memory and attention (
B) is crucial as cognitive impairments can occur. Documenting medication history (
C) is important to understand the patient's treatment. Measuring vital signs and conducting laboratory tests (
D) is necessary to assess overall health. Observing signs of impaired judgment (E) is critical as it can impact decision-making. Other choices are incorrect because they do not directly relate to the physical assessment aspect of the patient's condition.
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