ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam 1 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
During the assessment the nurse asks the client to describe the client's problems. The purpose of this question is to obtain information about what?
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Correct Answer: D: Perception of the problem
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1. Asking clients to describe their problems helps the nurse understand their perception of the situation.
2. Perception influences how clients interpret and react to their issues.
3. Understanding their perception assists in tailoring care to meet their specific needs.
4. Personal needs (
Choice
A) may be part of the client's description but not the primary purpose.
5. Communication skills (
Choice
B) are important but not the main focus of this question.
6. Admitting diagnosis (
Choice
C) is a medical term and not related to the client's personal understanding.
7.
Choice F is a repetition of the correct answer.
Summary: The correct answer, Perception of the problem (
D), is crucial for individualized care, unlike the other choices that do not directly address the client's subjective understanding.
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