Nursing assessment of an alcohol-dependent client 6 to 12 hours after the last drink would most likely reveal the presence of
A. tremors.
B. seizures.
C. blackouts.
D. hallucinations.
Answer: A. tremors.
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a. "Drowsiness is a common side effect in-itially, but it will lessen with time." b. "You may also experience orthostatic hy-potension along with the drowsiness." c. "You may be at risk for addiction if you have central nervous system side effects." d. "You should discontinue the medication and contact your prescriber."
During which phase of maternal adjustment will the mother relinquish the baby of her fantasies and accept the real baby?
a. Letting go b. Taking hold c. Taking in d. Taking on
You tell your client that you will work with the client on catheter care for a certain time each day for a specified number of days. This is an example of which phase of the nurse-client relationship?
1. working 2. termination 3. orientation 4. therapeutic
A patient taking a buffered, powdered formulation of didanosine should be instructed to:
1. mix the powder with orange juice. 2. stir the powder into 4 oz of water and drink immediately. 3. prepare the solution at least 30 minutes before administration. 4. mix the solution in the morning and sip small portions throughout the day.