A child and the child's family visit a psychiatric outpatient setting because the parent is concerned about the child's behaviors at school. The child scores 65 on the global assessment of functioning (GAF) scale
The nurse should instruct the parent that the child most likely:
A) Requires inpatient therapy.
B) Is experiencing homicidal thoughts.
C) Is functioning well in the area of school.
D) Can be treated effectively as an outpatient.
A
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1. Naloxone (Narcan) 2. Codeine sulfate 3. Fentanyl (Duragesic) 4. Meperidine (Demerol)
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A) prevent gastrointestinal bleeding. B) reduce serum ammonia levels. C) promote excess fluid loss. D) prevent constipation.