A group of nursing students is reviewing the various theories related to the etiology of schizophrenia
The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which neurotransmitter as being responsible for hallucinations and delusions?
A) Dopamine
B) Serotonin
C) Norepinephrine
D) Gamma-amino butyric acid (GABA)
C
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A systemic, dynamic process by which the nurse, through interaction with the patient, significant others, and health care providers, collects and analyzes data about the patient is known as ______________________
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A patient is scheuled for a myelogram. The nurse explains to the patient that this is an invasive procedure, which assesses for any lesions in the spinal cord
The nurse knows that the preparation is similar to which of the following neurological tests? A) Lumbar puncture B) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) C) Cerebral angiography D) Electroencephalography (EEG)
A woman in her 34th week of pregnancy reports that she is very uncomfortable because of heartburn. The nurse would suggest that the woman:
1. substitute other calcium sources for milk in her diet. 2. lie down after each meal. 3. decrease the amount of fiber that she consumes. 4. eat five small meals daily.
The nurse is teaching a client diagnosed with hypertension about lifestyle modifications. The nurse determines that teaching has been effective when the client makes which statement?
1. "My father had hypertension, did nothing, and lived to be 90 years old." 2. "I won't be able to run the marathon anymore." 3. "I need to get started on my medications right away." 4. "I know I need to give up my cigarettes and alcohol."