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ATI MENTAL HEALTH PROCTORED EXAM 2020 – STUDY GUIDE

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ATI MENTAL HEALTH PROCTORED EXAM 2020 – STUDY GUIDE 1. A 45-year-old male patient has just started on lithium for manic episodes of bipolar disorder. He tells you that he gets a sour feeling in his... stomach when he takes the medicine. What is the best response by the nurse? a. I believe you'll adjust to it. It is important that you continue with the lithium b. This is could be a toxic effect. Let's not take the next dose, and I'll call the doctor c. It is your right to refuse the medication. I support your decision d. Tomorrow. We will give you your lithium after you eat breakfast 2. A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder. Which of the following should be recognized as a manic behavior? (SATA) a. Dressing in black clothing b. Interacting with others in a flirtatious way c. Talking in a rapid continuous speech d. Spending large sums of money e. Sleeping for long periods of time 3. A nurse is caring for a client who begins to cry and states. "I knew karma would come back to me and punish me with this deadly disease!" which of the following responses should the nurse make? a. Let's talk about what is upsetting you b. You shouldn't say things that will just make you more upset c. Why do you think you deserve this? d. Don't worry about karma right now [Show More]

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