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ATI nsg 133 Mental Health Exam Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client with Anorexia. When reviewing the labs for a client with Anorexia, what is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Monitor for electrolyte alterations. In Anorexia, severe malnutrition can lead to electrolyte imbalances, such as hypokalemia and hyponatremia, which can be life-threatening. Monitoring electrolytes is crucial to prevent complications like cardiac arrhythmias. Option A is less critical as liver function typically deteriorates in later stages. Blood glucose levels (
B) are important but not the priority in Anorexia. Assessing for infection (
C) is also important but not as immediate as monitoring electrolytes.
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