ATI RN
ATI RN Mental Custom Health Next Gen Questions
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During admission to the psychiatric unit, a female client is extremely anxious and states that she is worried about the sun coming up the next day. What intervention is most important for the RN to implement during the admission process?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Remain calm and use a matter-of-fact approach. This approach is essential to provide a sense of safety and security for the client experiencing extreme anxiety. By remaining calm, the nurse can model a calming presence and help the client feel more at ease. Using a matter-of-fact approach can help normalize the situation and reassure the client that her feelings are valid but manageable.
A: Assisting the client in developing coping skills may be beneficial in the long term, but in this acute situation, the immediate focus should be on providing immediate support.
C: Asking the client why she is anxious may not be helpful as it can potentially increase her anxiety or lead to a delusional explanation.
D: Administering a sedative should not be the first intervention as it does not address the underlying cause of the anxiety and may mask important information that could help in providing appropriate care.
In summary, the most important intervention is remaining calm and using a matter-of-fact
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