A nursing student working with wounded soldiers learns that rivastigmine (Exelon) has been approved for use in the treatment of dementia
This finding holds promise for the clients the student cares for because rivastigmine has shown promise in treating: A) Psychosis.
B) Moderate to severe depression.
C) Paranoia.
D) Moderate to severe memory loss.
D
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A 29-year-old woman tells the nurse that she has "excruciating pain" in her back. Which would be the nurse's appropriate response to the woman's statement?
a. "How does your family react to your pain?" b. "The pain must be terrible. You probably pinched a nerve." c. "I've had back pain myself, and it can be excruciating." d. "How would you say the pain affects your ability to do your daily activities?"
You are caring for a patient taking pentazocine (Talwin). What would be an appropriate nursing diagnosis for this patients care plan?
A) Fluid volume deficit related to diarrhea caused by medication B) Risk for pain related to administration of medication C) Monitor timing of analgesic doses. D) Impaired gas exchange related to respiratory depression
A client has requested that she have a special item present in her room, and explains that it gives her a feeling of comfort and a sense of organization. This client is focusing on which component of heritage consistency?
A) Socialization B) Ethnicity C) Religion D) Culture
Which of the following couples is most likely to have problems conceiving?
1. Richard (35) and Rona (29); Richard has had no health problems, but as a teenager Rona had gonorrhea, which was treated with penicillin. 2. Sid (45) and Sally (39); Sid has a minor varicocele, which his doctor said should be monitored; Sally had an abortion 5 years ago and mild endometriosis. 3. Todd (28) and Tina (30); Todd has had no health problems, but Tina has experienced some pelvic pain that her gynecologist said might be endometriosis. 4. Vince (22) and Vicki (25); Vince likes to wear his jeans very tight. Vicki has had no serious health problems, but her mother was unable to conceive and she was adopted.