A patient with a somatic symptom disorder enjoys playing the piano. Which area should be discussed first when the patient arrives for a cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) session?
1. New songs the patient is learning
2. Length of time the patient plays each day
3. Plans to play the piano for friends and family
4. Symptoms experienced since the last therapy session
4. Symptoms experienced since the last therapy session
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The nurse should cite which of the following effects of long-term use of OTC cold remedies? Select all that apply. A) Chronic epistaxis B) Anticholinergic effects C) Chronic congestion D) Damage to the nasal mucosa E) Hepatotoxicity
Support for the theory that bipolar disease is due to a biochemical abnormality of the brain is supported by brain research using which of the following techniques?
a. positron emission tomography (PET) scanning that shows metabolic activity in the brain b. computed tomography (CT) scanning that shows brain structure and metabolic activity c. urinalysis that shows the presence of serotonin and dopamine d. cerebral spinal fluid analysis that shows brain serotonin transporting protein
The nurse knows that pregnancy affects the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs. Which one is the least affected by pregnancy?
1. Distribution 2. Metabolism 3. Excretion 4. Absorption
A nurse faculty member is speaking to prospective students to the BSN program at their educational institution. Which of the following is a major incentive for students to select a BSN program over an ADN program?
1. Ability to work in critical care areas 2. Easier transition to graduate school 3. Better opportunity for career advancement 4. Liberal arts education