VSIM Post-Quiz: Sharon Cole Test.
Questions with Correct Verified
Answers. Newest 2026-2027. Graded A
Considering bipolar I disorder, which statement made by a patient should
be considered an indicator of high risk for self-harm? - ANS"I hope my
husband will remember how much I loved him after I'm gone."
The nurse is providing medication education to Mrs. Cole and her husband
regarding the appropriate administration and use of oral lorazepam. What
information should be provided when her husband asks how long it will take
for the medication to start to affect her symptoms? - ANS1 hour
The nurse should warn Mrs. Cole and her husband that lorazepam therapy
should not be stopped abruptly because doing so will likely result in which
consequence? - ANSTriggering of withdrawal symptoms
To best encourage medication adherence to her newly prescribed lithium
therapy, which instructions should the nurse provide Mrs. Cole and her
family? (Select all that apply.) - ANS- Expect intermittent bouts of nausea
for several days after lithium therapy begins
- Initially expect a sensation of thirst
- Drink plenty of water when taking the medication to minimize
gastrointestinal upset
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Questions with Correct Verified
Answers. Newest 2026-2027. Graded A
Considering bipolar I disorder, which statement made by a patient should
be considered an indicator of high risk for self-harm? - ANS"I hope my
husband will remember how much I loved him after I'm gone."
The nurse is providing medication education to Mrs. Cole and her husband
regarding the appropriate administration and use of oral lorazepam. What
information should be provided when her husband asks how long it will take
for the medication to start to affect her symptoms? - ANS1 hour
The nurse should warn Mrs. Cole and her husband that lorazepam therapy
should not be stopped abruptly because doing so will likely result in which
consequence? - ANSTriggering of withdrawal symptoms
To best encourage medication adherence to her newly prescribed lithium
therapy, which instructions should the nurse provide Mrs. Cole and her
family? (Select all that apply.) - ANS- Expect intermittent bouts of nausea
for several days after lithium therapy begins
- Initially expect a sensation of thirst
- Drink plenty of water when taking the medication to minimize
gastrointestinal upset
1
