A client with schizoaffective disorder is prescribed clozapine to treat her symptoms. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give this client?
A) "Keep a record of how often and how long you experience the side effect of dry mouth."
B) "Monitor your urinary output, and notify your doctor if your urine has a foul odor."
C) "Keep an eye on your weight, and if you gain weight rapidly, notify your doctor."
D) "If you experience any drowsiness, discontinue taking this medication."
C
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A client has a visible pulsation in the middle of his abdomen. Which assessment technique is appropriate for the nurse to use to assess this pulsation?
1. Percussion. 2. Light palpation. 3. Moderate palpation. 4. Deep palpation.
Which of the following statements about nursing conceptual models is true?
a. Nursing conceptual models provide a broad explanation of the world. b. Nursing conceptual models are composed of a defined and interrelated set of concepts. c. Nursing conceptual models are abstract concepts that propose outcomes. d. Nursing conceptual models are related constructs that broadly explain a pheno-menon of interest.
A nurse is developing a community program to prevent violence. Which of the following should be the first action taken by the nurse?
a. Talk to people who are victims of violence for their opinion b. Identify factors that lead to violence c. Develop a plan of action to combat vio-lence d. Evaluate current community programs
When moving a patient in bed, in a wheelchair, or on to a stretcher, maintain the natural curves in your back
True False