A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder is prescribed lithium carbonate. Which of the following should the nurse confirm to ensure that lithium carbonate is not contraindicated in the client?
A) Client is not pregnant or lactating.
B) Client is not perimenopausal.
C) Client does not have high blood pressure.
D) Client is not experiencing menopause.
A
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The mother of a 3-year-old tells the nurse that she will be in to visit tomorrow around 12:00 PM. The next morning, the child asks the nurse, "When is my mommy coming?" What is the nurse's best response?
a. "Your mommy will be here around noon." b. "Your mommy will be here when you have lunch." c. "Mommy will be here very soon." d. "Your mommy is coming in 4 hours."
A clinic nurse is assessing a 16 year-old girl with menstrual complaints. When the nurse learns that the client has had a recent infibulation, the nurse should
a. call the local authorities. b. find a smaller speculum. c. educate the client about perineal hygiene. d. tell the parents this is not done in this country.
How would the nurse differentiate between the two types of second-degree heart block?
1. Assess the QT interval. 2. Assess the ventricular rate. 3. Assess PR intervals. 4. Assess the configuration of the P wave.
Which structure ensures collateral blood flow from blood vessels supplying the brain?
a. Carotid arteries b. Basal artery c. Circle of Willis d. Vertebral arteries