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ATI Comprehensive Exit Exam - 180 Correct Questions & Answers 2022/2023 EXIT EXAM 1. A nurse is caring for a client who has given informed consent for ECT. Just before the procedure, the client tells the nurse she is considering not going forward with the treatment. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate? a. “You don’t have to go through with the treatment.” b. “Most people who have this procedure feel better following the treatment.” c. “It’s okay to be nerv...

Bipolar Disorders BB quiz 1. A pt has been dx as having mania. The nurse anticipates the physician will most likely prescribe: a. Lithium 2. SJ Syndrome is a severe and potentially fatal syndrome that is indicated by a rash and flu- like symptoms. It sometimes is caused by which medication? a. Lamotrigine (Lamictal) 3. A pt develops mania after dc-ing Lithium. New meds are written to resume 2x daily Lithium and begin Zyprena (olanzapine). The addition of Zyprexa will: a. Bring hyperactivi...

HESI RN LEADERSHIP QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2023/2024 UPDATE HESI RN LEADERSHIP 2023 UPDATE 1. A client is brought to the emergency department following a motor-vehicle crash. Drug use is suspected in the crash, and a voided urine specimen is ordered. The client repeatedly refuses to provide the specimen. Which of the following is the appropriate action by the nurse? a. Tell the client that a catheter will be inserted. b. Document the client’s refusal in the chart. c. Assess the client for uri...

HESI Exit Version 1, Exam (NEW NGN) LATEST update100% verified Questions and Answers Graded A+ Success. what do you screen for on a newborn baby? - ANSWER hypothyroidism check T4 level (decreased) what would the potassium level be in a pt with diabetes insipidus? - ANSWER hypokalemia what is an expected side effect of Solu-Medrol? - ANSWER bleeding, bruising what does Pilocarpine treat? - ANSWER glaucoma antidote is atropine sulfate may get a dry mouth TPN - ANSWER central ve...

ATI RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B 1. A nurse is assessing a client who received 2 units of packed RBCs 48 hr. ago. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the therapy has been effective? a. Hemoglobin 14.9 g/dl b. WBC count 12000/mm3 c. Potassium 4.8 mEq/L d. BUN 18 mg/dl 2. A nurse working in an emergency department is triaging four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse recommend for treatment first? a. An older adult client w...

Exam 1: NUR 210 / NUR210 (Latest 2024 / 2025) Principles of Pharmacology Exam | Questions and Verified Answers | Grade A | - Galen Q: Antipsychotic- Haloperidol? Answer: Uses: Schizophrenia, Acute sycosis S/E: Dry mouth, Sedation Adverse reactions/ Toxicity: EPS(Tremors) NMS(fever, rigidity) Contradictions: Mood stabilizers & antipsychotics Q: Atypical Antipsychotic- Aripiprazole? Answer: Uses: Schizophrenia S/E: Dryness, Weight gain, Drowsy, Sedation anticholinergic effects Adverse reactions/ T...

Medical Standards/Regulations vs Medical Guidelines - ANSWER-Medical Standards/Regulations - are mandatory Medical Guidelines - are advisory / at medical examiner discretion Outcomes (3 results) and maxed interval - ANSWER-1. Certified - max is 2 years 2. Disqualified 3. Determination pending - 45 days Minimal Retention Period for Medial Records - ANSWER-3 years T/F Driver must carry valid ME Certificate - ANSWER-True T/F Motor carrier does not have to maintain a copy of the ME...

Valporic Acid - Depakote treats seizures, manic episodes r/t bipolar disorder liver damage Carbamazepine (Tegretol, Carbatrol) Phenytoin (Dilantin) Valproate (Depakote) Lamotrigine (Lamictal) Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) Gabapentin (Neurontin) - Nerve pain, seizures Lithium - 1. Treats seizures. Also treats nerve pain or bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness). 2. Treats seizures N bipolar disorders Never push IV Lasix faster than 10mg/min - Dilantin with NS only, otherwise crystali...

Exam 3: Mental Health (New 2023/ 2024 Update) Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen QUESTION Mania Answer: - Intense mood disturbance with persistent elevation, expansiveness, irritability, and extreme goal-directed activity or energy - Last at least 1 week for mosts of the day every day QUESTION Manic Episode Symptoms Answer: DIGFAST: - Distractable - Irritability - Grandiosity - Flight of ideas - Activity increased - Sleep ...

Exam 1: NUR256/ NUR 256 (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Concepts of Mental Health Nursing Exam Review| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A- Galen Q: This drug reduce anxiety without the sedative effect Answer: Buspirone (Bispar) Q: These drugs help with anxiety, REDUCE GABA, and should be avoided with other CNS depressants Answer: Benzos bitch Q: These drugs sedate without relieving anxiety/convulsions, or muscle spasms (basically don't do shit ...