A 46-year-old married female who has been diagnosed with hypertension, osteoporosis, and
depression resides with her husband in a three-bedroom home located in an urban community.
She is currently taking all medications as prescribed except for ambien, which was prescribed to be
used at bedtime when needed. Recently she has begun taking the ambien when she comes home
from work and again at bedtime. From the available data, what risk factor for suicide can be
identified?
A) Residing in an urban area B) Substance abuse
C) Hypertension D) Family history of depression
B
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A nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with fetishistic disorder. What would differentiate this paraphilic disorder from frotteuristic disorder?
1. To derive sexual excitement, fetishistic disorder involves the use of nonliving objects, whereas frotteuristic disorder involves touching and rubbing against non-consenting people. 2. To derive sexual excitement, frotteuristic disorder involves the use of nonliving objects, whereas fetishistic disorder involves touching and rubbing against non-consenting people. 3. Clients diagnosed with frotteuristic disorder are heterosexual cross-dressing males, whereas Clients diagnosed with fetishistic disorder are homosexual cross-dressing males. 4. Clients diagnosed with fetishistic disorder are heterosexual cross-dressing males, whereas Clients diagnosed with frotteuristic disorder are homosexual cross-dressing males.
An older adult client with terminal liver disease is concerned about going home and living alone. The client is currently independent with care. The client is afraid of dying alone and does not want to lose control of body functions
Which should the nurse recognize about the client's concerns? A) Appropriate for the situation and will obtain an order for hospice care B) Unrealistic fears because the client shows no symptoms at present C) Common fears and concerns of the dying client D) Signs of depression
Which action should the nurse teach to the client to prevent toxic shock syndrome?
A. "Use a barrier method of contraception." B. "Wash your hands before inserting a tampon." C. "Avoid intercourse with more than one partner." D. "Empty your bladder immediately after intercourse."
MC Which one of the following statements is true regarding wrist restraints?
A. Restraints should be used on all elderly clients. B. Physician's orders are not required for soft restraints. C. When bony prominences are padded, circulatory impairment does not occur. D. Allow as much freedom as possible when restraints are applied.