A nurse is planning a unit education with staff about vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) in the field of psychiatry
The nurse would conclude that patients with which type of disorder would be most likely to benefit from this therapy, given current evidence? a. Depression
b. Anxiety disorders
c. Sleep disorders
d. Addiction disorders
A
The most compelling use of VNS in psychiatry is in the treatment of affective disorders, particularly depression. Because the vagus nerve has many functions, it should be studied in the future for other conditions, such as anxiety disorders, obesity, chronic pain syndromes, addictions, and sleep disorders.
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After abdominal surgery, a client has difficulty coughing, saying, "It hurts too much." The nurse should teach the client to:
1. ask for pain medication if the pain is severe. 2. support the abdomen with a pillow during the coughing exercises. 3. turn and deep-breathe without coughing. 4. cough without straining the abdomen.
A community health nurse who works in an impoverished neighborhood has witnessed an increase in the incidence and prevalence of syphilis among underprivileged and homeless members of the community
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The nurse is conducting a health history interview for a pediatric patient who presents with symptoms of psychological abuse. Which question is appropriate for the nurse to ask the parent during this process?
1) "Have you ever walked in on your child masturbating?" 2) "Does your child dress provocatively?" 3) "Has your child ever run away from home?" 4) "What form of discipline works best with your child?"