A patient in his mid-30s has a new diagnosis of schizophrenia and is taking chlorpromazine (Thorazine). Three days after beginning the chlorpromazine, he has jerky movements of his head and arms and he is concerned
The nurse assesses these symptoms as:
A) Extrapyramidal side effects
B) Dyspepsia
C) Torticollis
D) Dystonia
D
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a. Have patient cough and deep breathe. b. Put the side rails up. c. Check for drainage. d. Test hearing capability.
What is the nurse manager likely to use in order to manage numerical data?
1. Statistical analysis 2. Word processors 3. Spreadsheets 4. Graphed tablets
A health care provider prescribes ibuprofen (Motrin), 5 mg/kg PO every 6 to 8 hours as needed for pain for a child with sickle cell disease. The child weighs 16 kg. The medication label states: "Ibuprofen 100 mg/5 ml."
." The nurse prepares to administer one dose. How many milliliters will the nurse prepare to administer one dose? Fill in the blank. Record your answer in a whole number. ________________
The nurse is caring for a client with suspected pericarditis. Which signs and symptoms support this? Select all that apply.
A. Squeezing, vise-like chest pain B. Chest pain relieved by sitting upright C. Chest and abdominal pain relieved by antacids D. Sudden-onset chest pain relieved by NSAIDs E. Pain in the chest described as sharp or stabbing