ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam III Questions
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A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has dementia. The client's family member asks why the provider will not prescribe a medication to calm the client down. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: It can increase their risk for falls. Older adults with dementia are at a higher risk for falls due to impaired cognition and balance. Medications that calm them down, such as sedatives or antipsychotics, can further increase this risk by causing drowsiness, confusion, and unsteadiness, leading to falls and potential injuries. This is why it is important to avoid prescribing sedating medications in this population to prevent falls.
Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because calming medications do not directly increase the risk of stroke, blood pressure elevation, or infection in older adults with dementia.
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