A nurse completes a Geriatric Depression Scale for an older adult client. The nurse determines that the client is not depressed by which score?
A) 9
B) 14
C) 20
D) 25
A
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The nurse plans to use a picture to show the area of the uterus that provides the force during a contraction, which is the:
a. lower portion. b. middle portion. c. upper portion. d. cervical portion.
A patient has been taking the selective
serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) sertraline (Zoloft) for about 6 months. At a recent visit, she tells the nurse that she has been interested in herbal therapies and wants to start taking St. John's wort. Which response by the nurse is appropriate? a. "That should be no problem." b. "Good idea! Hopefully you'll be able to stop taking the Zoloft." c. "Be sure to stop taking the herb if you notice a change in side effects." d. "Taking St. John's wort with Zoloft may cause severe interactions and is not recommended."
The nurse is preparing to assess a patient with myotonic dystrophy. For what health problems should the nurse assess this patient?
Select all that apply. 1. hair loss 2. cataracts 3. long extremities 4. spinal deformities 5. significant muscle wasting
A client has been prescribed prazosin (Minipress). Which information should the nurse provide?
A. "Stay out of the sun until you determine if you become sun-sensitive." B. "Take this medication just before you go to bed." C. "This medication may make you dizzy." D. "This medication may slow your heart rate noticeably." E. "Do not take this medication with milk."