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ATI Custom NUR 316 Fall 2023 1MHE Module 4 - 1st 5 units Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse on an inpatient mental health unit is caring for a client who is experiencing panic level anxiety. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Depersonalization, which involves feeling detached from one's own body or thoughts, is a key symptom of panic-level anxiety. It occurs when the client feels as though they are observing themselves from outside their body or disconnected from reality, often as a coping mechanism to manage the intense distress experienced during a panic attack.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is concerned about developing a mental health disorder as a result of their childhood experiences. Which of the following familial characteristics is a protective factor for adverse childhood experiences?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Families where caregivers have college degrees or higher are often more stable and provide a nurturing environment, which is a protective factor against adverse childhood experiences.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ECT does cause brief seizures, which is a correct understanding of the procedure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who ingested a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor and St. John's Wort. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as being consistent with serotonin syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dilated pupils and loss of muscle coordination are symptoms of serotonin syndrome, which can occur due to an excess of serotonin, often as a result of a combination of medications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is educating a client about possible causes of their depressed mood. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stress from a new job could indeed be a cause of a depressed mood. Changes in life circumstances, such as starting a new job, can be stressful and lead to feelings of depression.