Although they were originally called _____________, antipsychotics are drugs used to treat psychosis without producing drowsiness.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Ans: tranquilizers
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The community hospital is considering a redesign initiative. As part of a SWOT analysis, nurses on the strategic planning committee have been asked to distribute surveys to stakeholders
The nurses will contact which groups? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Experts in hospital physical design 2. Other nurses who work at the hospital 3. Physicians 4. Hospital administrators 5. Representatives from local insurance offices
An older adult who presents with complaints of insomnia, loss of energy, impaired concentration and diminished pleasure in activities she once enjoyed is showing signs of:
a. delirium b. dementia c. depression d. confusion
The nurse is caring for a patient taking vancomycin (Vancocin). Upon assessment of the patient, the nurse finds that he is experiencing flushing, rash, pruritus, and urticaria. His vital signs are: P–120, BP–92/97, T–98.9° F, and R–20
The nurse understands that these findings are consistent with a. red man syndrome. b. rhabdomyolysis. c. an allergic reaction. d. Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
An 85-year-old man accompanied by his son is unable to recall the medications that he is presently taking. What would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?
a. Ask the question again. b. Rephrase the question. c. Ask the son for the information. d. Leave that part of the health history blank.