The nurse is giving a seminar on the effects of psychotropic medication to a community group. Which classification of psychotropic medication can cause tolerance and addiction?
A) MAOIs
B) Benzodiazepines
C) Antimanics
D) Anticonvulsants
B
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The nurse knows an appropriate goal for the nursing diagnosis Insomnia is:
a. The patient will report an ability to concentrate on tasks. b. The patient will repeat medication instructions on discharge. c. The patient will be able to sleep for at least 2 hours at a time. d. The patient will be able to fall asleep within 15 minutes.
The nurse observing the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) using alcohol-based rubs for hand hygiene would recognize that further teaching is required when the UAP performs which act?
1. Rubs palm against palm when washing hands. 2. Applies a palmful of product into cupped hands. 3. Interlaces fingers palm to palm. 4. Dries hands with clean paper towel.
The nurse asks the patient if he knows what his "normal" blood pressure usually is. The nurse is assessing which of the following:
a. the patient's memory b. the patient's cardiovascular status c. the patient's fluid balance status d. the patient's health maintenance behavior
A patient with a bacterial infection has a nursing diagnosis of deficient fluid volume related to excessive diaphoresis. Which outcome would the nurse recognize as most appropriate for this patient?
a. Patient has a balanced intake and output. b. Patient's bedding is changed when it becomes damp. c. Patient understands the need for increased fluid intake. d. Patient's skin remains cool and dry throughout hospitalization.