The nurse is caring for a client with major depression. The client tells the nurse that she "just isn't sure that life is worth living." The most appropriate nursing diagnosis for the client is:
A) Self-esteem, Low, related to depressive episode.
B) Hopelessness related to symptoms of depression.
C) Anxiety related to lack of energy for self-care activities.
D) Thought Processes, Disturbed, related to memory loss and depression.
B
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The prescriber tells a patient with allergies to use oral diphenhydramine (Benadryl) over-the-counter (OTC) to help manage her symptoms. She tells you that she would rather have a prescription for the "real" Benadryl
because she knows it is stronger and will work better than the nonprescription form. What is your best response? a. "If you receive a prescription for this drug your name will be added to a controlled substances list." b. "It is better to use the OTC Benadryl rather than the prescribed form because it has fewer side effects." c. "The OTC form of Benadryl is the same strength as the one that was available by prescription only." d. "You are correct. I will ask the health care provider to write a prescription so that you can get the most effective drug."
A client repeatedly asks the nurse "How much longer until I can get more pain medication?" Once the medication is provided, the client stops asking for it. The nurse identifies the client's behavior as being
1. addiction. 2. tolerance. 3. pseudoaddiction. 4. physical dependence.
A client presents to the emergency room with symptoms of blurred vision. Which type of question would be best to ask first?
A) "Have you ever had these symptoms before?" B) "Did these symptoms come on abruptly?" C) "Do you have a family history of vision problems?" D) "Do you have any other diseases?"
The nurse is caring for an older adult patient with a history of anxiety. Which complaint could indicate that the patient may actually be experiencing emotional distress?
a. Upset stomach b. Heightened tooth sensitivity c. Unpleasant taste in mouth d. Dizziness