A patient takes a psychotropic medication that affects serotonin receptors. The patient complains of anxiety, insomnia, and loss of appetite. What effect is the drug having on the serotonin receptors?
a. Activation
b. Antagonism
c. Paradoxical
d. Inhibition
A
The patient's complaints indicate activation of serotonin receptors. None of the other options correctly identifies this effect.
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The nurse knows that a postterm infant may experience which potential problems? (Select all that apply.)
a. Seizures b. Asphyxia c. Paralysis d. Visual defects e. Polycythemia
The nurse assesses that a newborn's skin has a ruddy appearance, and the peripheral pulses are decreased. The nurse suspects polycythemia. Which of the following lab reports might indicate polycythemia?
1. Venous hemoglobin level higher than 26 g/dL 2. Bilirubin level of 6 mg/dL 3. Venous hemoglobin level lower than 12 g/dL 4. Blood glucose level of 44 mg/dL
A nurse understands that which characteristics of family dynamics impact a patient's sexuality? (Select all that apply.)
a. Religion b. Age c. Ethnicity d. Culture e. Geographic location
Which of the following nursing activities are necessary to provide evidence-based nursing care?
a. Maintaining self-directed practice and us-ing the Internet to locate relevant research articles b. Having an advanced degree (CNS or FNP) and providing clinical supervision for peers c. Attending continuing education programs and working toward a graduate degree in nursing d. Systematically integrating nursing research findings and applying relevant evidence to practice