ATI: Mental Health 8 Questions with correct answers

A nurse is admitting a client who has derealization disorder. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? A. The inability to recall important personal information B. The feeling that the surroundings are unreal C. The inability to recall identity D. The presence of at least 2 distinct personalities Correct Answer - The feeling that the surroundings are unreal *The feeling that the surroundings are unreal or distant is a manifestation of derealization disorder. Clients who have this disorder might feel mechanical, dreamy, or detached from their body. Often, the manifestations are destressing and come and go. The disorder occurs as a response to acute stress A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who is scheduled for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Which of the following statements made by a family member indicates an understanding of ECT? A. "We are so glad there are no physical side effects of shock treatment." B. "Thank goodness there is no permanent memory loss." C. "Cardiac dysrhythmias can persist for several weeks." D. "We won't be alarmed if there is some confusion after the treatment." Correct Answer - "We won't be alarmed if there is some confusion after the treatment." *It is common following ECT for a client to experience confusion and disorientation