What are the most common side effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
a. Orthostatic hypotension
b. Dry mouth
c. Sleep disturbances
d. Agitation
e. Nausea
Answer:
c. Sleep disturbances
e. Nausea
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a. WBC with differential b. Serum sodium, potassium, chloride, and CO2 c. Hemoglobin and hematocrit d. Platelet count
A community health clinic put a tax levy on the ballot. An angry man asks a nurse, "How can you ask me to pay taxes to buy immunizations for parents who do not want to pay for their kids to get their shots?"
Which of the following is the most appropriate response by the nurse? a. "Don't you think ethically we should help if we can?" b. "For many of us, our faith says we have to treat our neighbor as ourselves." c. "Only by getting almost everyone immunized can we prevent epidemics that can hurt us all." d. "The law requires childhood immunizations, and, if parents can't afford it, you and I will have to help pay."
The nurse explains the standards for pain management published by The Joint Commission (TJC). The nurse will (select all that apply):
1. perform organized pain assessment. 2. record results of analgesia. 3. give adequate discharge instruction about pain relief. 4. recognize the right of a patient to manage pain. 5. teach patients about pain control methods.
A woman's history and appearance suggest drug abuse. What is the nurse's best approach?
1. Ask the woman directly, "Do you use any street drugs?" 2. Ask the woman whether she would like to talk to a counselor. 3. Ask some questions about over-the-counter medications and avoid mention of illicit drugs. 4. Explain how harmful drugs can be for her baby.