Prodromal phase Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

PATHO QUIZ 3 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS What are the factors that influence the capacity to cause disease? {{Correct Ans:- Communicability Infectivity Virulence Pathogenicity Toxigenicity Immunogenicity Portal of Entry The ability to spread from one individual to another : A) Communicability B) Infectivity C) Virulence D) Pathogenicity E) Toxigenicity F) Immunogenicity G) Portal of Entry {{Correct Ans:- A - Communicability The ability of a pathogen to invade and multip...

PMHNP REVIEW- Schizophrenia Questions and Answers Rated A+ What is the DSM 5 diagnostic criteria for Schizophrenia? A. Two or more present for a significant amount of time ( a month, or less if treated). At least one, must be 1, 2, or 3. 1. delusions 2. hallucinations 3. disorganized speech 4. greatly disorganized or catatonic behavior 5. negative symptoms B. disturbance in functioning C. Continuous symptoms in the last 6 mo. (prodromal or residual symptoms, or in an attenuated fo...

The addition of ___________makes an autoclave more efficient at sterilization than an oven. CORRECT ANSWER-moisture Which of the following types of isolation precautions is used to protect immunosuppressed patients from possible infection? CORRECT ANSWER-Strict isolation Strict isolation is used with patients at risk infection because of immunosuppression or some other form of debilitative disease. This type of precaution technique was previously referred to as "protective" or "reverse...

NRNP 6675 Week 11 Final Exam Questions and Answers   NRNP 6675 Week 11 Final Exam Question: 1 Concerns when treating geriatric patients with psychotherapeutic drugs include all of the following EXCEPT: A. Elderly persons may be more susceptible to adverse effects of psychotherapeutic drugs. B. Elderly persons may metabolize psychotherapeutic drugs more slowly. C. Elderly persons may metabolize psychotherapeutic drugs more rapidly. D. Elderly persons may excrete...

Exam 2: NUR 2459/ NUR2459 (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) | Mental and Behavioral Health Nursing Exam Review| Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers|100% Correct -Rasmussen Q: Psychotic disorder spectrum includes Answer: Schizoaffective: also have mood disorder symptoms schizophrenia: has symptoms always schizophreniform: only lasts 1-6 months (time) Q: Symptoms of schizophrenia Answer: Delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, negative symptoms, grossly dis...

Final Exam: PRN 1562/ PRN1562 (Latest 2023/2024 Update) Principles of Mental Health Nursing Exam Review| Complete Guide with Verified Answers | Rasmussen QUESTION ADHD is defined as Answer: - Issues with following rules, paying attention, easily distracted, forgetful, impaired time management - CNS stimulants for treatment (give early in day to avoid insomnia, lack of appetite, headache) QUESTION Oppositional Defiant Disorder is defined as? (more to authority figure) Answ...

NRNP 6675 Week 11 Final Exam Questions and Answers   NRNP 6675 Week 11 Final Exam Question: 1 Concerns when treating geriatric patients with psychotherapeutic drugs include all of the following EXCEPT: A. Elderly persons may be more susceptible to adverse effects of psychotherapeutic drugs. B. Elderly persons may metabolize psychotherapeutic drugs more slowly. C. Elderly persons may metabolize psychotherapeutic drugs more rapidly. D. Elderly persons may excrete...

The nurse is aware that an antiviral medication is most effective when given during which phase of the infectious process? Correct Answer-Prodromal stage A client with an upper respiratory infection (common cold) tells the nurse, "I am so angry with the nurse practitioner because he would not give me any antibiotics." What would be the most accurate response by the nurse? Correct Answer-"Antibiotics have no effect on viruses." Of all possible nursing interventions to break the chain of...

The nurse is aware that an antiviral medication is most effective when given during which phase of the infectious process? A) Prodromal stage B) Incubation period C) Full stage of illness D) Convalescent period Correct Answer A)Prodromal stage Feedback: When given during the prodromal stage of certain viruses, antiviral medications can shorten the full stage of the illness. When given during the prodromal stage of certain viruses, antiviral medications can shorten the full sta...

What is a common site for bone metastases to occur? Vertebral bodies Midshaft femur Carpal bones Radius - Answer-Vertebral bodies A child presents with bone deficiency and a bowlegged appearance. This assessment data supports a diagnosis of Rickets Osteoporosis Osteomalacia Paget disease - Answer-Rickets Symptoms such as headache, lethargy, mood alterations, and epigastric sensations occur during which phase of a seizure? Prodromal Postictal Complex Status epilepticus - Answer-Pr...