A problem consists of:
a. uncertainties and unintended consequences.
b. disagreements among participants as to the best course of action.
c. moral claims that conflict with practical claims.
d. a discrepancy between the current situation and a desired state.
D
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The nurse is concerned that an older patient with dementia receiving psychotropic medications for sleep is experiencing side effects. What did the nurse assess in this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Dizziness 2. Constipation 3. Hallucinations 4. Daytime lethargy 5. Problems swallowing
A nurse provides teaching for a patient about to begin taking an FGA drug for schizophrenia. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching about side effects of these drugs?
a. "Dry mouth and constipation are uncom-mon with this medication." b. "I may experience gynecomastia and ga-lactorrhea." c. "I may feel lightheaded or dizzy and should sit or lie down if this occurs." d. "Sedation may occur initially, but will subside in 1 to 2 weeks."
A client had a mastectomy nearly a year ago and is distressed over continued tingling and burning in the ipsilateral arm. What orders does the nurse prepare to implement?
a. Teach the client about gabapentin (Neu-rontin). b. Demonstrate the use of heat therapy to the axilla. c. Discuss ways to prevent constipation with pain meds. d. Reassure the client that this will disappear shortly.
The nurse is conducting an eye assessment and plans to assess cranial nerve function. Which cranial nerves (CNs) control eye movements?
1) CN III 2) CN IV 3) CN VI 4) All of the above