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A school-age child is talking with her grandmother, who is dying. What should the nurse sit to the child? A) "Talk loudly so she can hear you" B) "Hold her hand since she probably cat hear you" C) "Although she cannot hear you, she can feel your presence." D) "Even though she may not answer you, she can hear you."

D) "Even though she may not answer you, she can hear you."

The family of a 17 years old clients diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa is encouraged to attend family therapy sessions. The father states, "We don't have the eating disorder. Why should we attend". What is the best response by the nurse? A) "don't you care about your daughter's well-being?" B) "She needs your support right now" C) "an eating disorder is a family disorder" D) "Gaining insight about her illness and what contributes to eat will be beneficial "

D) "Gaining insight about her illness and what contributes to eat will be beneficial "

Which of the following statement by the nurse, who cares for children with psychiatric disorders, is a concern? A) "When a child becomes violence, I also need to protect the other children." B) "Since I have been caring for this child, he has become less agitated." C) "I have to be careful not to become attached and show favoritism." D) "I know exactly how the child feels since I went through the same thing."

D) "I know exactly how the child feels since I went through the same thing."

A nurse is checking the suture sites of a client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. The client says to the nurse. "did night nurse told me you do not" which therapeutic response by the nurse? A) "what else did she say?" B) "thanks for telling me" C) "we speak directly to each other" D) "I will discuss this with her later"

D) "I will discuss this with her later"

The nurse Is caring for a client diagnosed with somatic symptoms disorder. The client continued to focus on his severe back pain. Which of the following is the most therapeutic nursing intervention? A) Confronts the clients with the negative findings that have been determined B) Explain alternative interventions that are available for back pain C) Tell the client that there is no cause for the pain, except the emotional concerns D) Allowed the client to discuss physical concerns and then focus on coping skill for stress .

D) Allowed the client to discuss physical concerns and then focus on coping skill for stress .

Which of the following is a therapeutic approach to setting limits with clients diagnosed with Antisocial Personality Disorder? A) Convey acceptance for behavior. B) Use a friendly manner and asks for cooperation. C) Establish restrictive goals for these clients. D) Clarify the rules for all and make expectations clear.

D) Clarify the rules for all and make expectations clear.

A nurse Is teaching a group of students about the risk factors and complication of Anorexia Nervosa. Which of the following complication should be stressed as the most serious? A) Ineffective coping B) Depression C) Family relationships D) Increase risks of mortality

D) Increase risks of mortality

The nurse's is conducting a generation for family members on personality disorders. What statement A) Personality trait are formed early in life. B) Medications can quickly treat the symptoms of C) Stress impact our interaction and attitudes D) Personality trait can't be challenging to change.

D) Personality trait can't be challenging to change.

A client Diagnosed with borderline personality disorder states she is hearing voices that tell her to cut herself. She already asked several superficies marks on her wrists from scratching herself with the plastic eating utensils. She will not contract for safety. What is the priority in nursing intervention? A) Obtain an order of seclusion until she denies suicidal intent. B) Contact 15-minutes checks so she will not get one-to-one attention she seeks. C) Remove the plastic eating utensils from the units. D) Place one-to-one constant observation to ensure she does not harm self.

D) Place one-to-one constant observation to ensure she does not harm self.

A client is diagnosed with Antisocial Personality Disorder. She has a violent verbal, physically threatening outburst in the dayroom. Which action the nurse should take? A) Call for help to restrain the client. B) Use a firm, controlling approach in explaining the rules. C) Insist that she immediately give him the cigarettes. D) Removed all other clients from the dayroom to ensure safety.

D) Removed all other clients from the dayroom to ensure safety.

A female adolescent client says to the nurse, "Hey, you stupid blonde, what are you looking at?" Which of the following responses would be inappropriate for the nurse make? A) Ignore the client and speak with her later. B) State, "What's that all about?" C) state, "I don't understand that comments." D) State, "don't you ever talk to me like that again."

D) State, "don't you ever talk to me like that again."

A 79-year-old clients admits that his daughter hit him while helping him dress each morning. You explain that this must be reported to the appropriate agency that receives calls of the nature in your state. What is the reason for this action? A) It is a requirement that he be removed for his safety B) The family member is to be charged for this offense C) A competency hearing must be scheduled for the clients D) You are required to make sure the proper agency is informed

D) You are required to make sure the proper agency is informed

A client Diagnose with agoraphobia. Which question indicates the nurse understands the etiology related to this disorder? A) Do you struggle impulses? B) Were your parents supportive of your endeavors? C) Do you ever feel like your mind goes blank? D) do you remember a traumatic experience as a child?

D) do you remember a traumatic experience as a child?

Why is group therapy considered a powerful agent for change with clients diagnosed with a Substance-abuse Disorder? A) The therapist can demonstrate how physical conditions are affected B) The staff can share their personal experiences. C) The need for Withdraw and side can be taught. D) the members can hear from others who have experienced similar experience.

D) the members can hear from others who have experienced similar experience.

Nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with OCD and is consistently picking up after others in the day room. Nurse should recognize that client uses this behavior to do which of the following?

Decrease anxiety to tolerable level

Nurse planning care for client newly admitted for major depressive disorder, which action should nurse take

Determine client's need for assistance with grooming

Nurse in ER is assessing client with suspected cocaine intoxication, which of the following findings should the nurse expect

Dilated pupils

A nurse is caring for a client who has been hospitalized for bipolar disorder and will be discharged with prescription for lithium.

Discharge teaching - diarrhea may cause lithium toxicity

A nurse is caring for a client who has manifestations of schizophrenia and is medicated PRN with haloperidol, the nurse should assess the client for which of the following adverse effects

Dysrhythmias

Nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder and was prescribed citalopram 2 weeks ago with a planned dosage increase. One week ago the client responded with improved appetite, but still feels very depressed and trouble sleeping, which of the following comments should nurse make

Explain that antidepressants often take several weeks to be fully effective

Community health nurse is providing teaching to a family of a client who has primary dementia, which of the following manifestations should the nurse tell the family to expect?

Forgetfulness gradually progressing to disorientation

Nurse on crisis hotline is speaking to client who says I just took an entire bottle of amitriptyline, which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?

I am glad you called, I will send an ambulance to help you

A nurse is caring for a client who has borderline personality disorder, the nurse reviews the days schedule with the client as the client says "why don't you show up already I cannot read it myself you know, which of the following responses is appropriate?

I do not like it when you address me with that tone of voice

Nurse caring for a client who has history of alcohol use disorder and has been hospitalized for detoxification, the nurse enters the client's room and finds him shouting in terrified voice GET THIS BUG OFF OF ME, which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?

I don't see any bug but you seem very frightened

Nurse in hospital is caring for client who has agoraphobia, which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the goal of treatment

I plan to sit on a park bench for a few minutes each day

A nurse caring for a client with depression observes client come to dinner table looking very refreshed - freshly bathed, wearing clean clothes, hair combed and styled...what is appropriate response by the nurse?

I see you have done some grooming today

Nurse is caring for a client who is depressed and refuses to participate in group therapy or perform activities of daily living, which of the following statements should the nurse make?

I will assist you in getting out of bed and getting dressed

Nurse observes depressed client crying alone in the room. Client states hes really down and do not want to talk to anyone right now, which of the following responses should the nurse make?

I will just sit here with you for a few minutes

A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has binge eating disorder and mobility?...obese....client prescribed orlistat...which statement indicates understanding?

I will take my orlistat every morning 1hr before breakfast

Nurse is conducting group therapy session for several clients, the group was laughing at a joke someone made when one client with schizophrenia jumped up and ran out of the room yelling YOU ARE ALL MAKING FUN OF ME, he nurse should identify this behavior as which of the following characteristics of schizophrenia?

Ideas of reference

Nurse is admitting client who experienced weight loss of 11kg (25lb) in the past 3m the client weighed 40kg (88lb) and believed she was fat, what is the priority aspect of care?

Identify the client's nutritional status

A nurse is caring for a client who was involved in heavy combat, the nurse should assess the client for PTSD if the client makes which statement

In my dreams all I can see are the wounded reaching out and trying to grab me

A nurse observes a client diagnosed with anorexia nervosa doing repeated vigorous sit-ups in her room. What is the most therapeutic intervention by the nurse?

Interrupt the routine and offer to walk.

Nurse caring for adolescent client who is experiencing indications of depression, which of the following findings should nurse expect? SATA

Irritability Insomnia Low self esteem Chronic pain

Nurse caring for client with bipolar disorder and new prescription for valproate, which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client about the use of this medication

Liver function tests must be monitored

Nurse in ER assessing client who has been taking haloperidol for 3m - client has temp of 103.4 F, BP 150/110, and muscle rigidity. Which complication should nurse suspect?

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome

Nurse caring for client who is extremely suspicious of the nurse staff, which of the following approaches is necessary when establishing therapeutic relationship?

Neutral attitude when providing care

A school nurse is talking to a 13 year old female at an annual health visit, which of the following comments are the priority to address

None of the kids in school like me and I don't like them either

Nurse caring for hospitalized client who lies about other clients and people frequently complain...how should nurse respond?

Nurse should set limits to promote good behavior

Nurse in mental health facility planning care for OCD client, which action should nurse take regarding compulsive behavior

Plan the client's schedule to allow time for rituals

Nurse admitting client who is in manic phase of bipolar disorder, nurse should place the client in which of the following rooms?

Private room in quiet location on the unit

A nurse in drug school detoxication center planning care for client who has alcohol use disorder, which intervention is priority?

Provide adequate hydration and rest

A nurse on a long term unit is creating a plan of care for a client who has Alzheimer's disease, which of the following interventions should the nurse consider in the plan

Talk the client through tasks 1 step at a time

Nurse observes client's spouse sitting alone in waiting room and crying and says she is really concerned about her husband, which of the following is an appropriate response?

Tell me what is concerning you

Possible side effects of electroconvulsive therapy? SATA

Temporary memory loss, Headache confusion

Nurse at mental health clinic is assessing client experiencing severe anxiety, the nurse should recognize the client might exhibit which of the following manifestations?

Threatening behavior

Nurse caring for client who has bipolar disorder and is bored which of the following is appropriate activity for nurse to suggest?

Walking with nurse in court yard

A nurse in psych unit is caring for client with bipolar disorder, the client comes to nursing station at 0300 demanding the nurse calls provider immediately...which of the following responses appropriate?

You must be really upset about something

Nurse is caring for client with schizophrenia, client tells nurse they lie about me all the time and try to poison my food...which of the following statements should nurse make?

You seem to be having very frightening thoughts

1. The nurse is caring for multiple patients on the unit. He knows that which of the following among them is at the highest risk for suicide? a. A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder reporting decreased anxiety b. A patient with schizophrenia that is experiencing command hallucinations c. A patient with bipolar I in a manic state whose current lithium level is 1.2 d. A patient diagnosed with bipolar II in a hypomanic state

b. A patient with schizophrenia that is experiencing command hallucinations

1. A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has a recent diagnosis of depression. Which of the following should the nurse identify as a primary risk factor for this disorder? a. Having elevated levels of serotonin b. Past history of childhood abuse c. Recent history of stressful, positive life events d. Being an only child

b. Past history of childhood abuse

1. A nurse is caring for a client with schizophrenia and generalized anxiety disorder. The client has a prescription for alprazolam 0.25 mg PO every 8hr PRN anxiety. For which of the following client statements should the nurse consider administering alprazolam? a. The client tells the nurse he is a government agent b. The client states my heart is pounding out of my chest c. The client states I see purple bugs crawling on the wall d. The client tells the nurse that he is too tired to attend the group meeting

b. The client states my heart is pounding out of my chest

1. A nurse is talking with a client with schizophrenia. Suddenly the client states, "I'm frightened. Do you hear that? The voices are telling me to do terrible things". Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate? a. Why do you think you are hearing the voices? b. What are the voices telling you to do? c. You need to understand that there are no voices d. You need to tell the voices to leave you alone

b. What are the voices telling you to do?

1. A nurse is evaluating the outcomes for an outpatient client who has depression. Which of the following client statements indicates a need for further evaluation? a. I had a great trip to the smokey mountains b. Going back to work has been okay c. I just don't like going to the movies like I used to d. I cant wait to have my family together next weekend

c. I just don't like going to the movies like I used to

1. The nurse is reviewing symptoms of alcohol withdrawal with a clients family. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply a. Euphoria b. Hypotension c. Nausea and vomiting d. Tremors e. Diaphoresis

c. Nausea and vomiting d. Tremors e. Diaphoresis

1. A nurse is reviewing laboratory values for four clients taking clozapine for schizophrenia. The nurse should withhold the medication and notify the health care provider immediately for which client? a. A client who has a hematocrit of 55% b. A client who has a BUN of 22 mg/dl c. A client which has a serum potassium of 3.3 mEq/L d. A client who has a WBC OF 2,500 cells.mm3

d. A client who has a WBC OF 2,500 cells.mm3

1. A nurse in a rehabilitation center is planning care for a newly admitted client with a history of alcohol use disorder. Which of the following client goals is the highest priority? a. The client will acknowledge alcohol dependence and need for treatment b. The client will rebuild damaged interpersonal relationships c. The client will implement alternative strategies for managing anxiety d. The clients withdrawal from alcohol will be managed without complications

d. The clients withdrawal from alcohol will be managed without complications

Chronic alcohol use disorder

risk for vit b6 deficiency

A nurse is caring for a client who was admitted with acute psychosis and is being treated with alopredol, the nurse should suspect that the client is experiencing tardive dyskinesia when the client exibits which of the following SATA

- Tongue thrushy and lip smacking - Facial grimacing and eye blinking - Involuntary pelvic rocking and hip thrusting movements

A client Diagnosed with dissociative disorder suddenly began to speak with a child's vocabulary and voice. What interpretation should the nurse make of this behavior? A) A state of depersonalization B) Attention seeking behavior C) Malingering behavior D) Somatization episode

A) A state of depersonalization

A terminal client expresses concern that has spouse seems distant and is continued the activities always carried out how with him, now without him. This situation is an example of what's grieving process by the spouse A) Anticipatory grief B) Inhibited grief C) Distorted grief D) Chronic Grieving

A) Anticipatory grief

A 16-year-old is admitted to the adolescent unit with a diagnosis of Conduct Disorder. This condition is often manifested by what behavior? A) Physical aggression in violation of others. B) Inability to complete age-appropriate tasks. C) Verbal aggression in expressing the need for independence. D) Anger-related to restrictive rules.

A) Physical aggression in violation of others.

The nurse is caring for a client who has just been injured by her male partner. The client states this is the first time he has been physically abusive, but he apologized and has since sent her flowers. What is appropriate the nurse? A) Teach her the cycle of abuse. B) Suggest they both take time to evaluate the relationship. C) Ask her about the level of stress she is experiencing. D) Give her a list of community services that address anger control.

A) Teach her the cycle of abuse.

What Behaviors, by the mother, did Mahler in her theory of object constancy say caused borderline personality disorder symptoms later in life? A) The mother was sending mixed messages regarding emotion presence. B) The mother insisted the child become independence. C) The emotion pressure was placed on the child to succeed. D) The mother was absent in the child's life.

A) The mother was sending mixed messages regarding emotion presence.

A 28 yr. old male client has poor relationships and is suspicious of others. According to Erikson 's theory of psychological adjustments, at what A) Trust versus mistrust B) Autonomy versus shame and doubt C) Initiative vs Guilt D) Industry vs. inferiority.

A) Trust versus mistrust

Watts behavior by the client diagnosed with bulimia nervosa indicates process in treatment? A) Verbalizing feelings B) Exercising daily C) Focusing on the menu D) Remaining alone after meals.

A) Verbalizing feelings

A client admitted with general anxiety disorder (GAD) becomes increasingly confused and agitated over 3 hours. What is the priority action by nurse? A) assess the clients to determine the possible cause B) decrease the stimulus and continue to monitor C) set limits as the clients may be acting out D) have another staff member sit with the clients

A) assess the clients to determine the possible cause

what are symptoms of prolonged grief one year after the lost? A) preoccupation with thoughts of the deceased individual B) feeling of emptiness and severe depression C) Anhedonia D) Emotional relocation of the loss

A) preoccupation with thoughts of the deceased individual

A 4-year-old child states to the nurse, "if I can make a big enough wish, my dad won't be dead anymore." What is the conclusion made by the nurse? A) this is magical thinking, generally used by older children B) the child is making up his story, so sad feelings will not be as painful. C) the child is repeating something he had or the children say. D) the child is voicing thoughts that are normal for children these days.

A) this is magical thinking, generally used by older children

1. A nurse is preparing to administer amantadine 150 mg PO every 12hr. Available is amantadine 50mg/5mL syrup. How many mL should the nurse administer per does?

ANSWER: 15

Nurse in acute care mental facility is preparing to administer morning meds to a client who has been taking lithium for two weeks and has a current lithium level of 1.0 meq/L, which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Administer morning dose of lithium - Lithium normal range is 0.6-1.3

Nurse caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa and over-exercises to avoid gaining weight, which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Ask client to agree to talk to any of the nurses whenever she feels the urge to exercise

Nurse in ER caring for adolescent client who reported being sexually assaulted, prior to admitting the client what should the nurse do?

Ask the client to describe the situation

Nurse asked client who is suicidal to make a safety contract but the client declined, which of the following actions should the nurse identify as the priority?

Assign staff member to stay with client at all times

A client with Antisocial Personality Disorder states to the nurse, A novice like you can't possibly help me. What I need is to get away from you people and enjoy some freedom." What is the best response by the nurse? A) "What make you think I can't help you?" B) "What are you experience right now?" C) "Where do you plan to go?" D) "The staff here have tried very hard to help you."

B) "What are you experience right now?"

A client state "I was diagnosed with panic attacks. I have heard of dissociative disorders. What is the difference? What is the nurses best response? A) "There is very little difference between the two disorders" B) "in dissociative disorders, an unconscious memory enters conscious awareness, causing dissociation". C) "panic attacks are associated with guilt, causing anxiety" D) "there are only physiological changes with dissociative disorders."

B) "in dissociative disorders, an unconscious memory enters conscious awareness, causing dissociation".

Which statements by the nurse in the emergency Department indicates a firm knowledge base regarding intimate partner violence? A) "Abused woman attracted to abusive men" B) "power and control at the central dynamic of abuse." C) "verbal abuse always proceeds physical abuse" D) "abused individuals have a dependent personality disorder".

B) "power and control at the central dynamic of abuse."

When planning the care of a 6-year-old child diagnosed with Oppositional defiant disorder, the nurse should include which method of therapy? A) Cognitive therapy B) Behavior modification C) Emotive therapy D) Mindfulness exercise

B) Behavior modification

Which of the following findings would the nurse identify as placing a client at risks of conversion disorder? A) Weight loss of 70 pounds in the past year. B) Being in an automobile accident a month earlier in which her best friend died. C) Attending a family reunion and realizing that many family members are ill. D) Retiring approximately seven months earlier and now feeling bored.

B) Being in an automobile accident a month earlier in which her best friend died.

What factor is a precipitating symptom of depression and suicidal intent in the elderly? A) Poor self esteem B) Bereavement overload C) Fear of death D) Religious concerns

B) Bereavement overload

A client is diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder. Which action by the nurse would be more likely to increase the client's anxiety? A) Talking with other staff at the nurse's station B) Changing the schedule throughout the day C) Requesting participation in group therapy D) Asking feedback regarding milieu therapy

B) Changing the schedule throughout the day

The client's husband died three years before her admission to the hospital, she states in the assessment process, "I'm not worth anything anymore, why should I go on living?" What does this indicate to the nurse? A) A typical reaction to the grief process B) Depression rather than healthy grieving C) Denial that this is bereavement overload D) An attempt to displace anger

B) Depression rather than healthy grieving

The nurse has determined desensitization is the therapy being used to treat the client with Acrophobia. What is this demonstrated? A) Being regularly exposed to high places B) Gradually exposure to higher areas C) visualizing going up steep places D) discussing past trauma at certain heights

B) Gradually exposure to higher areas

What are the effective interventions to facilitate individual coping for a client diagnosed with an eating disorder? A) Provide flexibility in activities of daily living. B) Have the client inputs when establishing the expected outcomes? C) Prohibits the clients from making some decisions about eating rules. D) Provide the client with limited information regarding process.

B) Have the client inputs when establishing the expected outcomes?

What is the priority nursing intervention when providing care to the clients who was brought to the emergency Department after a sexual assault? A) Call if chaplain to provide supports. B) Provide a safe, secure environment. C) Collect a history of the attack. D) Get the consent for the forensic examination.

B) Provide a safe, secure environment.

A client Diagnosed with borderline personality disorder is angry that the night shift staff would not let her drink coffee at 3:00 AM. She discussed this in a community meeting and develop a following of clients who demand access to the cafeteria at all hours. How can the nursing staff manage this situation to prevent "splitting"? A) allow the client to vote on this issue B) staff discuss the situation and agree upon consistency C) eliminate coffee from the units D) allowed the clients access to the cafeteria at night

B) staff discuss the situation and agree upon consistency

A nurse Is caring for a client with Factitious disorder imposed on another. which of the following statements by the client would the nurse expect? A) "I have been sick for so long and no one can help me." B) "my friend now as a new friend, so I have nothing to do with her" C) "I made my daughter sick because no one was paying us any attention" D) "my son has asthma, and I become anxious when he has trouble breathing"

C) "I made my daughter sick because no one was paying us any attention"

A client Diagnosed with borderline personality disorder asks the nurse, "Why am I taking sertraline (Zoloft) when I am anxious, not depressed? I asked for Buspar." which of the following is an accurate respond? A) "This medication reduces acetylcholine to improve symptoms of anxiety " B) "This medication helps with mood instability and anger control" C) "Zoloft has been shown to help all those with anxiety symptoms" D) "This medication act the same as (Buspirone) or Buspar."

C) "Zoloft has been shown to help all those with anxiety symptoms"

The parents of a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, tell the nurse that the child does not follow directions well. What strategy would be best for the nurse to recommend? A) Place the child in time out for at least 20 - 30 minutes B) Teach the child to be assertive and not to resist instruction by those in authority C) Consider developing a daily schedule plan with the child D) Try having the child repeat the instruction before starting the task.

C) Consider developing a daily schedule plan with the child

What would be the priority subject for the nurse to discuss with a client diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder? A) What is your relationship like with your peers? B) What makes you feel angry? C) Did you have strict rules as a child? D) Are you an only child?

C) Did you have strict rules as a child?

A nursing peer states, "This client always disrupts the unit and then she signs out against medical advice. She is a pain and a typical borderline. "what is the nurse's best response to this comment? A) They are everywhere you go in healthcare. B) "Maybe it would be best if they stop admitting her" C) I wish we could identify what she needs and help her before she signs out D) Take care of yourself because for this type of clients is draining.

C) I wish we could identify what she needs and help her before she signs out

A client is prescribed diazepam (Valium) PRN. Which of the following fact would cause the nurse to question the order? A) The client has been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). B) Lithium Carbonate has also been prescribed. C) The client has a severe addiction problem in the past. D) The client states she is allergic to Demerol.

C) The client has a severe addiction problem in the past.

A client with past experiences of eating disorders symptoms used the ego defense mechanism of sublimation in dealing with this disorder. How is this expressed? A) She tries to forget these past symptoms B) she identifies these symptoms in others C) The client speaks at high school about her disorders D) she states she does not think she had a real problem

C) The client speaks at high school about her disorders

A 7-year-old male child has severe bruising on his arms and injury to his abdomen. The nurse should consider child abuse if the parents act in what manner? A) They show a very anxious attitude B) The parents asked the child to explain what happened C) The parents delayed seeking treatment D) They remain with the child throughout the assessment

C) The parents delayed seeking treatment

A client is admitted with a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder which question by the nurse indicates an understanding of the essential features of the disorder ? A) Do you feel awkward in social situation B) do you find you don't want praise for your accomplishment C) are you afraid of being alone D) do you have problems expressing your feelings

C) are you afraid of being alone

What is the difference between post-traumatic stress disorder and acute stress disorder? A) The traumatic events in PTSD are less severe than those in acute stress disorder B) hypervigilance and flashbacks are less frequent in acute stress disorder C) in acute stress disorder distress response begins to resolve after the traumatic events D) in PTSD, the symptoms start immediately after the traumatic events

C) in acute stress disorder distress response begins to resolve after the traumatic events

A newly admitted client diagnosed with somatization disorder asked for his pain medication that is ordered on an as needed basis. What is the nurse best reaction to this request? A) Inform the clients of the recent negative findings B) immediately teach the clients deep breathing exercises C) matter-of-factly administer the medication as prescribed D) delay fulfilling the request to see if the pain subside

C) matter-of-factly administer the medication as prescribed

The nurse Is assessing the client in a fugue state. What information would the nurse be most beneficial? A) history of childhood trauma B) depressive symptoms C) recent history of severe trauma D) dissociative episode

C) recent history of severe trauma

A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has bipolar disorder, has a prescription for lithium...which factor puts at risk for lithium toxicity?

Client runs 4 miles outdoors every afternoon

Nurse in psych unit caring for several clients, which of them should nurse recommend for group therapy?

Client who has been taking amitriptyline for 3m for depression


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