A nurse caring for a patient with Alzheimer disease can anticipate that the family will most likely need information about:
a. antimetabolites.
b. benzodiazepines.
c. immunosuppressants.
d. acetylcholinesterase inhibitors.
D
Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors are often prescribed to treat Alzheimer disease. These drugs allow greater concentration of acetylcholine in the brain, thereby improving cognitive function.
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What best defines the nursing process?
a. A method to ensure that the physician's orders are implemented correctly. b. A series of assessments that isolate a patient's health problem. c. A framework for the organization of individualized nursing care. d. A preset formula for the design of nursing care.
All treatments and services for patients require two forms of patient identification prior to providing those services. Which is the best method to use to identify the patient who is unable to communicate? Select all that apply
a. Patient ID band b. Roommate c. Family member d. Admission photograph e. Asking another nurse who has cared for the patient previously
The parents of a 6-year-old inform the nurse that their child will be starting first grade this month and they are concerned about the effect of school adjustment for their child. The nurse advises the parents to:
a. Reassure the child that school will be just like kindergarten b. Watch for signs of fatigue or stress c. Be protective and take the child's side in any conflict d. Call the teacher or school administration frequently to check on the child
An incoherent client has been brought to the emergency department (ED) by a family member. Which resource should the nurse initially use to obtain information about the client's current state of health?
A. Conduct a thorough physical assessment and document the health history as "unable to obtain." B. Obtain the patient's records from the Medical Records department. C. Discuss the situation with the family member who brought the client to the hospital. D. Call the client's healthcare provider.