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A patient receives a traditional low-potency antipsychotic medication. The nurse should assess closely for: a. urinary frequency. b. urinary retention. c. hypertension. d. diarrhea. correct answer: B A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia has taken thiothixene (Navane) 5 mg/day for 4 years with good symptom control. Today, the patient is admitted with paranoia and auditory hallucinations. The nurse should determine if the patient's symptoms are related to: a. not taking the drug a...

Types of substance abuse? correct answer: 1) Alcohol 2) Opioids 3) Stimulants (caffeine, cocaine) What is the goal of rehabilitation from substance abuse? correct answer: complete abstinence from substance use Main concern with benzodiazepines? correct answer: respiratory depression What does the HALT acronym stand for? correct answer: Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired (S/S of substance withdrawal) What is the transtheoretical model? correct answer: indicates a client's decision ...

Which statement demonstrates the nurse processes an understanding of the role of a psychiatric nurse regarding discharge planning? correct answer: "I will address your discharge concerns with your multidisciplinary team today" A patient with which medical history would best meet the criteria for enrollment in an apartment living program? correct answer: Schizophrenia and diabetes Which statement made by a nurse demonstrates an understanding of the goal of nursing and its role in psycho...

A nurse seeks to establish a relationship with a patient readmitted to the hospital. The patient has bipolar disorder, depressed type, and was hospitalized the preceding month. Which statement by the nurse would contribute to establishing trust? A. "Weren't you complying with your medication regimen?" B. "It must be discouraging to be readmitted to the hospital so soon." C. "Everyone with bipolar disorder ends up in the hospital occasionally." D."You must take your drugs a...

Normal Extrapyramidal System correct answer: -normal coordination of involuntary movement -involuntary movement supports voluntary movement while walking -balance of ACh and DA is required for normal functioning Parkinson's and EPSE correct answer: Parkinson's is progressive, chronic, degenerative with unknown cause Associated symptoms: difficulty swallowing, drooling, weight loss, choking, impaired breathing, urinary rtn, constipation Imbalance with Ach and dopamine (too much ACh...

focused on improving the patient's competencies, not simply alleviating symptoms; not a medical model; does not involve a cure; movement toward a meaningful way of life; patient striving to improve his or her own health and wellness; striving to achieve the full potential of life recovery model ten guiding principle of _____________ model: person driven, occurs via many pathways, holistic, supported by peers, supported through relationships, culturally based and influenced, supported by addr...

1. Which behavior best demonstrates aggression? a. Stomping away from the nurses station, going to the hallway, and grabbing a tray from the meal cart. b. Bursting into tears, leaving the community meeting, and sitting on a bed hugging a pillow and sobbing. c. Telling the primary nurse, I felt angry when you said I could not have a second helping at lunch. d. Telling the medication nurse, I am not going to take that, or any other, medication you try to give me. correct answer: ANS: A A...

Alprazolam correct answer: Xanax: benzo is particularly used for generalized anxiety, adjustment disorders, panic disorder, and anxiety associated with depression. it can also be prescribed an an anti tremor agent. it can cause addiction and dependence and there have been reports of alprazolam induced violence or aggressive behavior Lorazepam correct answer: Ativan Benzodiazepine is used to treat anxiety disorders and can be used as an anti tremor agent, anti panic agent, anti-convuls...

Cycle of violence correct answer: I. Tension Building II. Serious Battering Incident III. Honeymoon Has periods of escalation and de-escalation Tension building correct answer: Phase I in the cycle of violence. Man: He has excessively high expectations of her. He blames her for anything that goes wrong. He does not try to control his behaviors. He is aware of his inappropriate behaviors but does not admit it. Verbal and minor physical abuse increase. Afraid that she will leave...

Psychotherapeutic management in the continuum of care correct answer: 1. Therapeutic nurse patient-relationship -Communication skills -Respect and a desire to help -Understanding •Mental mechanisms •Adaptation styles •Coping strategies •Therapeutic intervention skills 2. Psychopharmacology -Therapeutic versus toxic dosage levels -Use during pregnancy -Use with older adults -Side effects -Interactions -Patient teaching 3. Milieu management -Safety -Str...