The nurse is caring for a patient with a personality disorder who has manifestations of emotional reactivity. According to the biological perspective, which neurotransmitter is most likely affected?

1. Norepinephrine
2. Serotonin
3. Acetylcholine
4. Dopamine


1. Norepinephrine

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A) 40 years B) 45 years C) 50 years D) 55 years

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To evaluate the accuracy and credibility of a website, which of the following skills should a consumer possess? Select all that apply

1. Visual literacy 2. Reading skills 3. Computer literacy 4. Cultural literacy 5. Information literacy

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A nurse is discussing diet with a pregnant woman. Which foods should the nurse advise the patient to avoid during her pregnancy? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected

Select all that apply. 1. Bologna 2. Cantaloupe 3. Asparagus 4. Popcorn 5. Red wine

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During an assessment, the nurse determines that a patient from a non-English speaking culture practices activities that are past-oriented. What behavior did the nurse assess in this patient?

a. Investing time and money b. Enjoying each day as it comes c. Worshipping ancestors and maintaining traditions d. Learning from the past to avoid making the same mistakes in the future __

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