ATI RN
ATI NURS 4850 Mental Health Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has been hospitalized for treatment of bipolar disorder and will be discharged with a prescription for lithium. The nurse's discharge teaching should include information cautioning against which of the following factors that may cause lithium toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diarrhea can cause dehydration increasing lithium levels and risk of toxicity.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn who has a suspected congenital heart defect. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cyanosis is a common sign of congenital heart defects in newborns.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has schizophrenia and a new prescription for risperidone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking risperidone consistently aids its effectiveness in managing schizophrenia.
Question 4 of 5
A parent tells a nurse that her toddler drinks a quart of milk a day and has a poor appetite for solid foods. The nurse should explain that the toddler is at risk for which of the following disorders?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Excessive milk intake can lead to iron deficiency anemia due to low iron content.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has generalized anxiety disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deep-breathing techniques help manage anxiety by promoting relaxation.