Which important principle should you include when teaching a patient about the use of antipsychotic medications?
A. Sun tanning is suggested to improve the patient's self-esteem.
B. If the patient develops a sore throat, treat with over-the-counter throat spray.
C. Because the patient is taking antipsychotic drugs, psychotherapy is no longer necessary.
D. The patient should change positions slowly to avoid postural hypotension.
Answer: D. The patient should change positions slowly to avoid postural hypotension.
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How should the nurse proceed? A. Withdraw funding from the community, since it does not seem to be effective. B. Provide printed materials on how to properly use condoms and spermicide gels. C. Host a small community focus group with several key women to discuss reasons why the program isn't effective. D. Begin looking for grants to increase funding so they can establish a women's health and family planning center in the community.
Which of the following is a criticism of authentic leadership?
a. Authentic leadership implies that leaders are motivated by justice and community. b. Authentic leadership provides broad guidelines for individuals who want to become authentic leaders. c. Everyone can develop authenticity and learn to be more authentic. d. The concepts presented in the practical approaches are not fully substantiated.
If the patient has a known neck injury, open the airway by
A. hyperextending the neck as far as it will go. B. flexing the neck forward. C. using the jaw-thrust maneuver. D. obtaining an oral airway device.
The nurse lists indicators for the detection of substance abuse, which include ______________________________. (Select all that apply.)
a. urinary incontinence. b. frequent falls. c. unsteadiness. d. altered sleep pattern. e. stomach complaints.