Exam (elaborations)
NURS 3100 MyLab ch.17 Questions.
- Course
- Institution
NURS 3100 MyLab ch.17 Questions.
[Show more]
Seller
Follow
modockochieng06
Content preview
NURS 3100 MyLab ch.17 QuestionsA client asks the nurse what causes schizophrenia. Which contributing factors should
the nurse include in the client teaching?
Select all that apply.
1) Biological brain disorder
2) Alcohol use during pregnancy
3) Stressful environment
4) Genetic link
5) Abnormal levels of neurotransmitters in the brain - ANS-1) Biological brain disorder
4) Genetic link
5) Abnormal levels of neurotransmitters in the brain
A client has been receiving clozapine (Clozaril) for the treatment of schizophrenia.
Which statement made by the client indicates the prescription is effective?
1) "I will start going to group therapy."
2) "I think I am ready for discharge, as I feel better."
3) "I am not hearing the voices anymore."
4) "I promise not to skip breakfast anymore." - ANS-3) "I am not hearing the voices
anymore."
A client overdosed approximately 20 minutes prior on risperidone (Risperdal). Which
intervention should the nurse be prepared to perform?
1) Administer a CNS depressant
2) Administer anticholinergic
, 3) Administer activated charcoal
4) Provide symptom management - ANS-3) Administer activated charcoal
A client prescribed an antipsychotic tells the nurse he or she has not had a bowel
movement for 2 days. Which initial action should the nurse take?
1) Hold the prescription until the client has a bowel movement.
2) Have the client drink prune juice and additional fluids.
3) Request a prescription for a Fleet Enema.
4) Obtain a prescription for a stool softener. - ANS-2) Have the client drink prune juice
and additional fluids.
A client prescribed haloperidol (Haldol) is observed making wormlike movements with
their tongue. Which should the nurse associate this finding with?
1) An adverse effect likely caused by the medication
2) A normal reaction to the medication that will resolve within a few weeks
3) An indication that the patient has not taken the prescription
4) A symptom of the underlying psychosis - ANS-1) An adverse effect likely caused by
the medication
A client prescribed quetiapine (Seroquel) asks the nurse how the prescription works.
Which response should the nurse provide the client?
1) "Quetiapine (Seroquel) decreases norepinephrine in the brain, which decreases your
auditory hallucinations."
2) "Quetiapine (Seroquel) increases norepinephrine in the brain, which decreases the
feelings of depression."
3) "Quetiapine (Seroquel) decreases dopamine in the brain, which decreases your
symptoms."
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller modockochieng06. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $7.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
73243 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy study notes for 14 years now