A soldier returns to the United States from active duty in a combat zone in Afghanistan. The soldier is diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The nurse's highest priority is to screen this soldier for which problem?
a. Major depression
b. Bipolar disorder
c. Schizophrenia
d. Dementia
ANS: A
Major depression frequently occurs with PTSD. The incidence of the disorders identified in the distracters is similar to the general population.
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Which of the following is the only reliable source for quantifying pain?
A) The nurse B) The pain assessment tool C) The physician D) The client
A nurse teaches a group of parents about positive and negative reinforcement in shaping behavior. Which is an example of a positive reinforcer?
a. A parent who kisses a child who is crying to make the crying stop b. An adolescent who runs away from home because of trouble in school c. A parent who praises a child for putting toys away after playtime d. An adolescent who drives within the speed limit to avoid getting a ticket
A nurse is caring for a low-birth-weight baby with phenylketonuria. Which of the following should the nurse keep in mind when providing nursing care for the child?
A) The condition can be cured with medications. B) The condition is caused by maternal viral infections. C) The condition, if untreated, can lead to mental impairment. D) The condition is a result of defective fat metabolism.