Prior to starting antidepressants, patients should have laboratory testing to rule out:
1. Hypothyroidism
2. Anemia
3. Diabetes mellitus
4. Low estrogen levels
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A patient complains of feeling short of breath. His oxygen saturation level is 86%. When auscultating his lung sounds, a nurse notes wheezes and crackles throughout. The patient has a productive cough of thick green mucus
The nurse should chart these actions under the section of DAR charting that is called 1. Data. 2. Action. 3. Response. 4. Assessment.
Which statement, made by a nurse, indicates that the nurse needs additional education regarding delegation and the delegation process?
1. "I was hoping you could show me your technique for ambulating patients." 2. "Here is what you can do to help our team care for patients today." 3. "I have always enjoyed doing my own work myself." 4. "I always enjoy working with you."
Which statement would be most appropriate when the nurse is introducing the topic of sexual relationships during an interview?
A) "Now it is time to talk about your sexual history. When did you first have intercourse?" B) "Women often feel dissatisfied with their sexual relationships. Would it be okay to discuss this now?" C) "Often women have questions about their sexual relationship and how it affects their health. Do you have any questions?" D) "Most women your age have had more than one sexual partner. How many would you say you have had?"
Which of the statements made by the patient would be most indicative of dyssomnia?
a. "I think I am seeing things when I wake up." b. "My wife says I snore and even stop breathing." c. "I go to sleep okay but then wake up several times at night." d. "My wife says I sit straight up in bed at 2 AM and then say strange things."