Nurse Maureen knows that the non-antipsychotic medication used to treat some clients with schizoaffective disorder is: A. phenelzine (Nardil) B. chlordiazepoxide (Librium) C. lithium carbonate (Lithane) D. imipramine (Tofranil) Correct Answer: C. lithium carbonate (Lithane) Lithium carbonate, an antimanic drug, is used to treat clients with cyclical… Read More »
Which information is most important for the nurse Trinity to include in a teaching plan for a male schizophrenic client taking clozapine (Clozaril)? A. Monthly blood tests will be necessary. B. Report a sore throat or fever to the physician immediately. C. Blood pressure must be monitored for hypertension. D. Stop the medication… Read More »
Ricky with chronic schizophrenia takes neuroleptic medication and is admitted to the psychiatric unit. Nursing assessment reveals rigidity, fever, hypertension, and diaphoresis. These findings suggest which life-threatening reaction: A. Tardive dyskinesia B. Dystonia C. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome D. Akathisia Correct Answer: C. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome The client’s… Read More »
What is the priority care for a client with dementia resulting from AIDS? A. Planning for remotivation therapy. B. Arranging for long-term custodial care. C. Providing basic intellectual stimulation. D. Assessing pain frequently. Correct Answer: C. Providing basic intellectual stimulation This action maintains for as long as… Read More »
Jerome who has an eating disorder often exhibits similar symptoms. Nurse Lhey would expect an adolescent client with anorexia to exhibit: A. Affective instability B. Dishered, unkempt physical appearance C. Depersonalization and derealization D. Repetitive motor mechanisms Correct Answer: A. Affective instability Individuals with anorexia often display… Read More »