The nurse about to interview a client with suspected adult ADHD should prepare assessment
questions to elicit information about the ADHD symptom that predominates in adults with this
disorder. The focus of such a question would be on
a. social impairment.
b. inattention.
c. hyperactivity.
d. impulsivity.
B
Although hyperactivity, impulsivity, and social impairment usually diminish as troublesome
symptoms during adolescence and early adulthood, inattention usually persists from childhood into
adult ADHD.
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A. "The high blood pressure caused the kidney disease." B. "The kidneys regulate renin, which controls blood pressure." C. "The medication your child takes often raises blood pressure." D. "The renal diet includes a lot of sodium, which raises blood pressure."
The LPN is caring for a client who is receiving an intravenous (IV) infusion of chemotherapy. The client complains of pain at the insertion site during infusion. The LPN notes redness, swelling, and a decreased infusion rate
The LPN's MOST appropriate action would be to: a. elevate the extremity of the IV site and slow the infusion b. apply ice and maintain the infusion rate, as prescribed c. administer pain medication to reduce the discomfort d. notify the registered nurse
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1. The tube is reconnected to the suction. 2. The tube is clamped for 10 minutes then reconnected to suction. 3. The tube is clamped for 30 minutes then reconnected to suction. 4. The suction is left off for 4 hours then reconnected to suction.