The family of a client diagnosed with schizophrenia asks the nurse what causes the client's disorganized thinking. What should the nurse tell the family regarding the cause of the client's cognitive symptoms?
A) Deficient amounts of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine are related to disorganized thinking.
B) Excessive amounts of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine are related to disorganized thinking.
C) Excessive amounts of the neurotransmitter dopamine are related to disorganized thinking.
D) Deficient amounts of the neurotransmitter dopamine are related to disorganized thinking.
C
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A) Community health B) Maintaining and improving the health of the community C) Promoting and maintaining the health of individuals and families D) Family health
Which precaution is most important to teach a patient who is prescribed any antidepressant drug?
a. "Avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking this drug." b. "Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages while taking this drug." c. "Be sure to wear sunscreen and a hat when going outdoors." d. "Drink at least 3 L of fluid every day while taking this drug."
How can a nursing student best lessen role conflict after graduation?
a. Become involved in an internship between the junior and senior years in nursing school. b. Avoid contact with nurses in the hospital because they have a very negative atti-tude. c. Seek psychological counseling with a qualified psychotherapist. d. Discuss emotions and feelings about nursing school with other nursing students at least once a week.
A patient admitted to a psychiatric facility is hallucinating, pacing, and acting highly suspicious. Based on this information, the nurse will take which action(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Use the most restrictive restraints available to subdue the patient. b. Be open and direct when handling the patient. c. Encourage a variety of interactions with others. d. Provide high-protein, high-calorie foods. e. Reinforce hallucinations.