A male client is admitted to an inpatient unit after a suicide attempt and is prescribed a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
Before the client is discharged, a nurse should teach the client about serotonin syndrome, which includes:
Select all that apply.
A) Change in mental status.
B) Myoclonus.
C) Blood pressure lability.
D) Priapism.
A, B, C
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A) Antioxidants inhibit the actions of reactive oxygen species. B) Antioxidants prevent the formation of superoxide dismutase. C) Antioxidants react nonspecifically with molecules. D) Antioxidants prevent the occurrence of cell dysplasia.
Equipment and hardware selection are based on personal and institutional needs. Which of the following answers are considered when selecting a system? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Program execution time 2. Number of workers needed to access computer at one time. 3. Storage capacity 4. Backup options 5. Budget constraints
Liquid supplements are often given to clients to help optimize their nutritional status. What is the best way to make these supplements better accepted by the client?
A) Serve them at room temperatures. B) Serve them cold. C) Serve them as dessert. D) Serve them unflavored.
Which of the following drug classification may be ordered by the doctor prior to administration of a topical medication if a painful skin condition exists?
A. analgesic B. antipruritic C. astringent D. corticosteroid