Unit 19
The nurse is collecting data from a client and is attempting to obtain subjective data regarding the client's sexual reproductive status. The client states, "I don't want to discuss this-it's private and personal." Which statement by the nurse indicates a therapeutic response?
"I know that some of these questions are difficult for you, but as the nurse, I must legally respect your confidentiality."
A client receiving long-term therapy with lithium carbonate (Lithobid) exhibits muscle tremors, confusion, vomiting, and diarrhea. The nurse anticipates that the results of the latest serum lithium level will be between which?
1.5 and 2 mEq/L
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride (Benadryl) is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis for a hospitalized client with a chronic psychotic disorder. The client asks the nurse why the medication is being discontinued before hospital discharge. How should the nurse respond correctly to this question?
Addictive properties are enhanced in the presence of psychotropic medications.
Treatment that involves pairing a stimulus attractive to the client with an unpleasant event is known as which type of therapy?
Aversion therapy
The nurse is caring for a client with schizophrenia who states, "I decided not to take my medication because I realize that it really can't help me. Only I can help me." Which nursing response should be therapeutic?
Do you recall needing to be hospitalized because you stopped your medication?"
The nurse caring for a client who has been diagnosed with stage 3 Alzheimer's disease and should expect to observe which behaviors in this client?
Misplacing a valuable object Difficulty coming up with the right word
