ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam III Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is discussing psychiatric advance directives (PAD) with a client. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because psychiatric advance directives (PA
D) can indeed include preferences for treatment, such as medications and preferred providers. This empowers the client to communicate their treatment wishes in advance.
Choice A is incorrect because PAD can allow a client to designate someone to make healthcare decisions on their behalf.
Choice B is incorrect as PAD is a legal document that outlines a client's preferences for mental health treatment.
Choice C is incorrect because not all clients with mental illness utilize PAD; it is a personal choice.
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