The nurse caring for a patient receiving a dopaminergic drug should assess the individual for early symptoms of
a. psychosis.
b. fluid imbalance.
c. tardive dyskinesia.
d. labile hypertension.
A
Dopamine excess is associated with schizophrenia. When dopaminergic drugs are given, symptoms of psychosis might appear or be exacerbated. Tardive dyskinesia is associated with dopamine deficiency. The other options are unrelated.
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The nurse who forgets to document an element of clinical significance and recalls it later should:
a. not add this information to the chart as it will be out of sequence. b. add this information to the original entry and initial it. c. rewrite the original entry. d. include this information, dating and signing the additional material.
The legal definition of nursing for any particular state can be found in the
a. state legislature's official newsletter. b. state board of nursing's bylaws. c. governor's official papers. d. state's nurse practice act.
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a. Fatigue b. Weight loss c. Fever, sore throat d. Upper respiratory tract infection