Which one of the following medications used to treat ADHD has been associated with increased incidence of suicide in adolescents?
1. Strattera
2. Concerta
3. Intuniv
4. Adderall XR
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1. Strattera has been associated with increased incidence of suicide in adolescents. The nurse needs to frequently assess children taking Strattera for any suicidal ideations.
2. This medication does not cause a risk for suicide ideations.
3. This medication does not cause a risk for suicide ideations.
4. This medication does not cause a risk for suicide ideations.
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The nurse is most correct to alert the medical team of the presence of a client with which disorder? A) Asystole B) Premature ventricular contraction C) Atrial flutter D) Ventricular fibrillation
The heart sound the nurse would record as normal would be:
1. ventricular gallop in a 20-year-old. 2. atrial gallop in a 25-year-old. 3. friction rub in a 45-year-old. 4. medium diastolic murmur in a 50-year-old.
What should the nurse teach parents when the child is taking phenytoin (Dilantin) to control seizures?
a. The child should use a soft toothbrush and floss his teeth after every meal. b. The child will require monitoring of his liver function while taking this medication. c. Dilantin should be taken with food because it causes gastrointestinal distress. d. The medication can be stopped when the child has been seizure free for 1 month.
The nursing instructor has completed a presentation regarding ways to help clients with cognitive deficits to remain oriented. Which statement by a student would indicate a need for further education?
A) "I will place clocks and calendars in the clients' rooms." B) "I will change the activity schedule on a daily basis." C) "I will be consistent when making nursing care assignments." D) "I will provide frequent orientation reminders for the clients."