The patient reports taking an opioid medication in large dosages for the past several years. While in the hospital, the patient is not prescribed the medication and develops tachycardia, hypertension, sweating, and tremors
He becomes confused and experiences visual hallucinations. The nurse recognizes these signs as indicative of _____________.
Fill in the blanks with correct word
physical dependence
Drug dependence can be physical or psychological. Physical dependence is manifested by intense physical disturbance when the medication is withdrawn.
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The spouse of a patient with schizophrenia says, "I don't understand how nurturing or toilet training in childhood has anything to do with this incredibly disabling illness."
Which response by the nurse will best help the spouse understand this disorder? a. "This illness is the result of genetic factors." b. "Psychological stress is at the root of most mental disorders." c. "It must be frustrating for you that your spouse is sick so much of the time." d. "New findings show that this condition more likely has biological rather than psychological origins."
A client who is receiving a pitocin (Oxytocin) infusion for the augmentation of labor is experiencing a contraction pattern of more than eight contractions in a 10-minute period. Which intervention would be a priority?
a. Increase the rate of pitocin infusion to help spread out the contraction pattern. b. Place oxygen on the client at 8 to 10 L/min via face mask and turn the client to her left side. c. Stop the pitocin infusion. d. Call the physician to obtain an order for the initiation of magnesium sulfate.
Which action is appropriate to promote a toddler's nutrition during hospitalization?
a. Allow the child to walk around during meals. b. Require the child to empty his or her plate. c. Ask the child's parents to bring a cup and utensils from home. d. Select new foods for the child from the menu.
When is the ideal time for a nursing mother to take her own medications?
a. Before the infant latches on to begin to breastfeed b. As soon as the mother wakes up in the morning c. Right before the mother goes to sleep at night d. As soon as the infant finishes breastfeeding