The nurse caring for a college student who attempted suicide by overdose believes brain biochemical dysfunction contributes to suicidal behavior
The nurse will be better able to plan necessary health teaching if she identifies the probable neurotransmitter alteration of: a. acetylcholine excess.
b. serotonin deficiency.
c. dopamine excess.
d. ?-aminobutyric acid deficiency.
B
Research suggests that low levels of serotonin may play a role in the decision to commit suicide. Knowing this, the nurse would understand the rationale for the use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and plan appropriate health teaching. The other neurotransmitter alterations have not been implicated in suicidal behavior.
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a. Assess leg movement and sensation before ambulating. b. Administer antibiotic as ordered. c. Observe for signs of impending birth. d. Provide sacral pressure as needed. e. Assess fetal position frequently.
The nurse writes two nursing diagnoses: (1) inadequate nutritional intake related to vomiting as manifested by 3-pound weight loss and (2) risk for impaired skin integrity related to inadequate nutrition
The major difference between the two diagnoses is that the second diagnosis: a. needs no defined nursing interventions. b. needs medical intervention. c. will not need to be evaluated. d. reflects a problem that does not yet exist.
Which of the following will have the greatest impact on data integrity?
1. The computer system goes down but is completely restored within one minute. 2. A nurse collects data related to allergies but fails to document all reported allergies. 3. A clinic manager uses secondary storage for storing clinical records offline. 4. A number of printed media clinical records are discarded in the regular trash dumpster.
One of the most significant trends in healthcare today is
A) Increased length of hospital stays B) Shift from hospitals to community-based care C) Emphasis on disease management D) Narrowing of the areas for nursing practice