A patient with dissociative identity disorder reports having intrusive thoughts. Which medication order should the nurse anticipate for this patient?
1. Insulin
2. Epinephrine
3. Beta-blocker
4. Benzodiazepine
3. Beta-blocker
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Parents of a 5-year-old child diagnosed as cognitively impaired have come to the nurse to discuss different approaches to the ongoing care of their child. The nurse suggests focusing on skills relative to:
a. acquiring job skills. b. making decisions. c. performing self-care activities. d. reading and doing simple math.
An older client tells the nurse that tooth brushing is seldom done. What should the nurse assess as reasons why the client has stopped performing oral hygiene? Select all that apply.
1. Vision changes 2. Malocclusion of teeth 3. Decrease in taste acuity 4. Lack of dental insurance 5. Loss of manual dexterity
A nurse is educating a group of middle adults about health promotion. What statement by one of the participants indicates the need for additional education?
A) "I will make exercise a part of my daily activities." B) "I should eat a diet high in fats but low in fiber." C) "I will begin a smoking cessation program this week." D) "I only have one glass of wine a day with dinner."
Nurses are using theory to guide practice. Which of the following is not a noted reason for using theory in nursing practice?
A) Improve patient outcomes B) Renew and update practice C) Enhance quality of healthcare D) Advance the view of nursing in society