A nurse is preparing to complete a mental status examination of an adolescent who is experiencing behavioral problems at school
When assessing the adolescent's thought processes, which of the following would the nurse need to keep in mind about this age group? Select all that apply.
A) View of things in a concrete manner
B) Ability to look at things hypothetically
C) Beginning ability to use logic
D) Ability to use abstract thinking
E) Difficulty in putting feelings into words
B, D
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a. Down syndrome b. Marfan syndrome c. Cystic fibrosis d. Type 2 diabetes e. Sickle cell disease f. Cardiovascular atherosclerotic diseases
The nurse administers a medication to the patient. Which symptoms indicate that the patient is having an allergic reaction rather than a side effect?
a. Hair loss and sweaty skin b. Nausea and constipation c. Heartburn and nasty taste in the mouth d. Itchy rash and difficulty breathing
A nursing student asks the staff nurse which of the following medications would be least effective as a monotherapy in treating acute anginal pain. The nurse responds appropriately with:
a. "propranolol." c. "nitroglycerin." b. "amyl nitrite." d. "isosorbide dinitrate."
The nurse is providing education to a group of patients interested in complementary medicine. Which teaching point should the nurse include as priority education for the group?
A. "Understand the use of any herb before taking it." B. "Stop taking any herb if you note any adverse effects." C. "Read the directions and labels of all herbs before taking." D. "Confirm with your healthcare provider that any herbs you take will not interact with prescribed medications."