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ATI NURS 4850 Mental Health Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a preschooler who has a new diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which of the following behaviors should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Difficulty sustaining attention is a hallmark of ADHD in preschoolers.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing health promotion teaching to the parents of a toddler. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Dental care tantrum management caloric needs and trust promote toddler health.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client to an alcohol abuse program. The client states,“I’m here because of my boss. It was part of my job to party and drink with clients.” The client’s statement is an example of which of the following defense mechanisms?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rationalizing attributes alcohol abuse to job demands avoiding personal responsibility.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a PACU is admitting a client who is postoperative following anesthesia from the waist down. Which of the following interventions should the nurse take to prevent aspiration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suctioning removes secretions reducing aspiration risk post-anesthesia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newly admitted client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Identifying triggers informs targeted care for OCD behaviors.