ATI RN
ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nursing priority for a client in the initial phase of alcohol withdrawal should be to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Replace fluids. During alcohol withdrawal, clients are at risk for dehydration due to increased diuresis and decreased oral intake. Replacing fluids is crucial to prevent electrolyte imbalances and dehydration. This helps stabilize the client's condition and prevent complications. Applying restraints (
A) is not appropriate as it does not address the physiological needs of the client. Orienting to reality (
B) and identifying social supports (
C) are important but addressing fluid replacement takes precedence in the initial phase of alcohol withdrawal.
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