ATI RN
ATI Custom NUR 316 Fall 2023 1MHE Module 4 - 1st 5 units Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia.
Nurses' Notes.
Day 1 1030: Vital Signs.
A 35-year-old client who has schizophrenia is admitted.
Diagnosed 15 years ago.
Brought in by partner and states client has remained in room for the last several days and movements are delayed.
Question 1 of 5
Select the "3" findings that should indicate to the nurse the client is experiencing negative symptoms related to their schizophrenia.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Lack of motivation, lack of energy (anhedonia), and being withdrawn are negative symptoms of schizophrenia, indicating a decrease in purposeful activities, pleasure, and social interest.
Extract:
Question 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing delusions, hallucinations, and alterations in speech. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dopamine antagonists, or antipsychotics, are the primary treatment for schizophrenia. They can reduce delusions and hallucinations.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing excessive anxiety and worry in response to a variety of circumstances and is unable to control their sense of worry. The nurse should identify that these manifestations indicate which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive anxiety and worry about a number of events or activities. The individual finds it difficult to control the worry.
Question 5 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.