Nurse Kate would expect that a client with vascular dementia would experience: A. Loss of remote memory related to anoxia. B. Loss of abstract thinking related to emotional state. C. Inability to concentrate related to decreased stimuli. D. Disturbance in recalling recent events related to cerebral hypoxia. … Read More »
Josefina is to be discharged on a regimen of lithium carbonate. In the teaching plan for discharge the nurse should include: A. Advising the client to watch the diet carefully. B. Suggesting that the client take the pills with milk. C. Reminding the client that a CBC must be done once a… Read More »
The psychiatrist orders lithium carbonate 600 mg p.o t.i.d for a female client. Nurse Katrina would be aware that the teaching about the side effects of this drug were understood when the client state, “I will call my doctor immediately if I notice any: A. Sensitivity to bright light or sun. B. Fine… Read More »
Nurse Mylene recognizes that the most important factor necessary for the establishment of trust in a critical care area is: A. Privacy B. Respect C. Empathy D. Presence Correct Answer: D. Presence The constant presence of a nurse provides emotional support because the client knows that someone… Read More »
When establishing an initial nurse-client relationship, Nurse Hazel should explore with the client the: A. Client’s perception of the presenting problem. B. Occurrence of fantasies the client may experience. C. Details of any ritualistic acts carried out by the client. D. Client’s feelings when external; controls are instituted. … Read More »
Tranylcypromine sulfate (Parnate) is prescribed for a depressed client who has not responded to the tricyclic antidepressants. After teaching the client about the medication, Nurse Marian evaluates that learning has occurred when the client states, “I will avoid: A. Citrus fruit, tuna, and yellow vegetables.” B. Chocolate milk, aged cheese, and yogurt” … Read More »
When taking a health history from a female client who has a moderate level of cognitive impairment due to dementia, the nurse would expect to note the presence of: A. Accentuated premorbid traits B. Enhance intelligence C. Increased inhibitions D. Hypervigilance Correct Answer: A. Accentuated premorbid traits… Read More »
Nurse John is aware that most crisis situations should resolve in about: A. 1 to 2 weeks B. 4 to 6 weeks C. 4 to 6 months D. 6 to 12 months Correct Answer: B. 4 to 6 weeks Crisis is self-limiting and lasts from 4 to… Read More »
Nurse Judy knows that statistics show that in adolescent suicidal behavior: A. Females use more dramatic methods than males. B. Males account for more attempts than do females. C. Females talk more about suicide before attempting it. D. Males are more likely to use lethal methods than are females. … Read More »
David with paranoid schizophrenia repeatedly uses profanity during an activity therapy session. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? A. “Your behavior won’t be tolerated. Go to your room immediately.” B. “You’re just doing this to get back at me for making you come to therapy.” C. “Your cursing is interrupting the… Read More »