nurse 360

ATI Test A Critical Points 1. Reduction of Risk Potential a. Patients with anorexia nervosa can present with hypotension and possible orthostatic hypotension, bradycardia (hospitalization required if pulse < 40), and decreased body temperature. b. For patients with depression, the nurse should assess the patient for suicide risk. Don’t be afraid to ask about suicide ideation and it’s not going to make the patient more likely to do it. Implement appropriate safety precautions. This ...