A combat veteran diagnosed with moderate traumatic brain injuries is agitated and aggressive. Which pharmacologic intervention would the nurse expect to be effective?
a. Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
b. Benztropine (Cogentin)
c. Propranolol (Inderal)
d. Buspirone (BuSpar)
C
Beta blockers such as propranolol (Inderal) effectively manage agitation and aggression in persons with TBIs. A dopamine-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor such as bupropion would increase agitation. Anxiety is not the central problem for this patient. The patient does not have extrapyramidal side effects or Parkinson's disease.
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1. Mental. 2. Emotional. 3. Social. 4. Spiritual.
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what do you anticipate the leading risk factor will be? A) High cholesterol B) High blood pressure C) Physical inactivity D) Smoking
What document was written by The Quad Council of Public Health Nursing Organizations,
with representatives from the American Nurses Association, the American Public Health Association—Public Health Nursing Section, the Association of Community Health Nursing Educators, and the Association of State and Territorial Directors of Nursing? A. Principles and Practices of Public Health Nursing B. Procedures for Obtaining Funding from Foundations C. Scope and Standards of Public Health Nursing Practice D. Tips and Techniques for Obtaining Community Support for Public Health Legislation