Ati Rn Mental Health Online Practice 2023 B Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

A nurse in a mental health clinic is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and reports that they stopped taking lithium 2 weeks ago. The nurse should recognize which of the following as an expected adverse effect that might have caused the client to spot taking the medication? 1. Sore throat 2. Photophobia 3. Hand tremors 4. Constipation {Ans: Correct = 3. Hand Tremors - Fine hand tremors are an expected adverse effect of lithium and can interfere with performance of ADLs, causing the client to stop taking the medication. *Diarrhea is an early manifestation of lithium toxicity}NGN: A nurse at an inpatient mental health facility is caring for a client who recently experienced a traumatic event. The nurse is providing teaching to the client. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY 1. "It is common for people who survived a traumatic event to experience feelings of anxiety." 2. "It is uncommon for people who survived a traumatic event to experience spiritual distress." 3. "You will have minimal problems performing your daily self-care tasks." 4. "You should seek help if you have thoughts of self-harm." 5. "A support