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ATI PN PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED EXAM A nurse is administering subcutaneous heparin to a client who is at risk for deep vein thrombosis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? 1. Administer the medication into the client's abdomen. 2. Inject the medication into a muscle. 3. Massage the site after administering the medication. 4. Use a 22-gauge needle to administer the medication. A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a urinary tract infection and new ...

Midterm Exam: NR546 / NR 546 Advanced Pharmacology Psychopharmacology for the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Questions and Verified Answers | New!! 2024 / 2025 Update – Chamberlain Q: Is nicotine an inducer or an inhibitor of the CYP 1A2 enzyme? Answer: inducer Q: Nicotine is an inducer of the CYP 1A2 enzyme. Does the PMHNP anticipate Joshua may need a higher or lower dose of olanzapine to achieve a therapeutic response? Answer: Higher -Nicotine is an inducer of the CYP 1A2 enz...

Obstetrics/ Maternity Practice Exam 103 Questions with Verified Answers The nurse is preparing a client with a term pregnancy who is in active labor for an amniotomy. What equipment should the nurse have available at the client's bedside? (Select all that apply.) A. litmus paper B. fetal scalp electrode C. a sterile glove D. an amniotic hook E. sterile vaginal speculum F. a doppler - CORRECT ANSWER C. A sterile glove D. An amniotic hook F. A doppler A single sterile glove, an a...

Emotion - states of arousal defined by subjective feeling, such as sadness or anger; usually short lived and marked by physiological features Affect - pattern of observable behaviours that are associated with subjective feelings Mood - A pervasive and sustained emotional response Depression - pervasive and sustained low mood & related behaviours and symptoms Dysthymia - Experience of low mood Dysphoria - experience of mixed unpleasant emotions Euphoria - Intense feeling of well-bein...

Pharmacologic Treatment of Bipolar Disorder (Ans- Lithium Anticonvulsants Second generation antipsychotics Unipolar depression (Ans- major depressive disorder (MDD) one of the most common mental disorders -Approximately 7.1% of adults in the U.S. had episode in last year, prevalence highest (13.1%) among individuals aged 18-25 S/S -depressed mood -loss of interest or pleasure in daily activities -irritability -withdrawal -problems with sleep, eating, energy, concentration,...

PSYCH EOR questions and answers 100% correct What is the treatment of choice for refractory schizophrenia? A: Haloperidol B: Clozapine C: Risperidone D: Fluphenazine E: Lithium B: Clozapine has come to be the accepted as the treatment of choice in patients with schizophrenia that is refractory to other treatment methods A 52 year old Caucasian female is brought to the emergency room by her brother who found her unconscious in her living room this afternoon. He reports that this is ...

PTSD Practice Questions with Verified Solutions What is a common symptom of PTSD? A) Elevated mood B) Intrusive memories C) Increased appetite D) Reduced energy B) Intrusive memories Which therapeutic approach is often used to treat PTSD? A) Psychoanalysis B) Cognitive-behavioral therapy C) Electroconvulsive therapy D) Hypnotherapy 2 B) Cognitive-behavioral therapy What is one of the key features of PTSD? A) Enhanced cognitive function B) Persistent avoidance...

NUR 138 Exam 4 Review with Verified Solutions seasonal affective disorder treatment -Bupropion ER (Wellbutrin) prevents major depressive episodes. -light therapy to the skin and eyes at different times of day. this reduces fatigue and depression and increases alertness -CBT BPD etiology and risk factors -genetics, physiological, environmental, psychosocial. -immunological abnormalities, mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress -children of parents 4-15% risk -stressful life eve...

NCLEX DEC FILE 3 1. Which assessment best determines the effectiveness of Sumatriptan (triptans are used for treatment of Migraines so… Termination of the migraine 2. Pt with schizophrenia is prescribed chlorpromazine (Thorazine – first generation antipsychotic) oral concentrate The medication may cause excessive salivation and no direct skin contact (both correct – not a good question) 3. Which best assessment best determines the pt is developing tardive dyskinesia Twisting, wri...

2 neurotransmitters involved in mood disorders - Answer-norepinephrine, serotonin A patient has mood swings that occur hourly/daily. What disorders may she have? - Answer-Hypothyroidism, borderline personality disorder, PTSD RARE in bipolar A patient has her first manic episode at age 40. What may be the most likely cause? - Answer-Medical issue, substance abuse Common comorbidities in bipolar disorder? - Answer-Anxiety, substance abuse, personality disorder Bipolar I v. Bipolar 2...