ATI Mental Health Capstone Post-Study
Quiz
A nurse is assessing a client for manifestations of antisocial personality disorder. Which of
the following findings should the nurse expect? - ANS-Lack of remorse
Manifestations of antisocial personality disorder include a lack of remorse, a reckless
disregard for the safety of one's self and others, and a failure to conform to social norms with
respect to lawful behaviors. Clients who have antisocial personality disorder can also be
consistently irresponsible, irritable, and aggressive.
A nurse is assessing a client who has a prescription for fluoxetine. Which of the following
findings is a potential adverse effect of the medication? - ANS-Increased temperature
Hyperpyrexia or fever is a potential adverse effect of fluoxetine. Serotonin syndrome is a
rare life-threatening occurrence associated with SSRIs. The effects include fever,
tachycardia, elevated blood pressure, sweating, diarrhea, delirium, mood swings, hostility,
seizures, apnea, and possible death.
A nurse is assessing a client who has a substance use disorder and is receiving treatment
for withdrawal from heroin. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? -
ANS-Hypertension
Hypertension is a manifestation of opioid withdrawal. Additionally, a client who is
experiencing withdrawal can experience tachycardia, hyperthermia, and tachypnea
A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing panic-level anxiety. Which of the following
actions should the nurse take? - ANS-Remain with the client
The nurse should remain with the client during a panic attack. This promotes a feeling of
safety and reassurance for the client.
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking lithium. For which of the following findings should
the nurse notify the provider? - ANS-Coarse tremors of the hands
Coarse tremors of the hands are a manifestation of lithium toxicity. Other manifestations
include polyuria, muscle weakness, slurred speech, and sedation. The nurse should notify
the provider of this finding so laboratory tests can be prescribed.
A nurse is assessing a toddler during a well-child visit. Which of the following findings should
the nurse identify and report to the provider as an indication of physical maltreatment? -
ANS-Several round burns on the soles of the feet
Although minor injuries are common in toddlers due to their general lack of coordination, the
nurse should identify that physical findings such as round burns on the soles of a child's feet
can indicate potential physical maltreatment. Burns such as these can be made with a
cigarette or a cigar and should alert the nurse to a potential instance of maltreatment that
should be reported to the provider
Quiz
A nurse is assessing a client for manifestations of antisocial personality disorder. Which of
the following findings should the nurse expect? - ANS-Lack of remorse
Manifestations of antisocial personality disorder include a lack of remorse, a reckless
disregard for the safety of one's self and others, and a failure to conform to social norms with
respect to lawful behaviors. Clients who have antisocial personality disorder can also be
consistently irresponsible, irritable, and aggressive.
A nurse is assessing a client who has a prescription for fluoxetine. Which of the following
findings is a potential adverse effect of the medication? - ANS-Increased temperature
Hyperpyrexia or fever is a potential adverse effect of fluoxetine. Serotonin syndrome is a
rare life-threatening occurrence associated with SSRIs. The effects include fever,
tachycardia, elevated blood pressure, sweating, diarrhea, delirium, mood swings, hostility,
seizures, apnea, and possible death.
A nurse is assessing a client who has a substance use disorder and is receiving treatment
for withdrawal from heroin. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? -
ANS-Hypertension
Hypertension is a manifestation of opioid withdrawal. Additionally, a client who is
experiencing withdrawal can experience tachycardia, hyperthermia, and tachypnea
A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing panic-level anxiety. Which of the following
actions should the nurse take? - ANS-Remain with the client
The nurse should remain with the client during a panic attack. This promotes a feeling of
safety and reassurance for the client.
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking lithium. For which of the following findings should
the nurse notify the provider? - ANS-Coarse tremors of the hands
Coarse tremors of the hands are a manifestation of lithium toxicity. Other manifestations
include polyuria, muscle weakness, slurred speech, and sedation. The nurse should notify
the provider of this finding so laboratory tests can be prescribed.
A nurse is assessing a toddler during a well-child visit. Which of the following findings should
the nurse identify and report to the provider as an indication of physical maltreatment? -
ANS-Several round burns on the soles of the feet
Although minor injuries are common in toddlers due to their general lack of coordination, the
nurse should identify that physical findings such as round burns on the soles of a child's feet
can indicate potential physical maltreatment. Burns such as these can be made with a
cigarette or a cigar and should alert the nurse to a potential instance of maltreatment that
should be reported to the provider
