A patient is being prescribed a central nervous system stimulant. Which of the following will have the lowest risk of abuse and dependence?
A) Amphetamine
B) Atomoxetine (Strattera)
C) Dexmethylphenidate (Focalin)
D) Adderall
B
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A nurse assesses clients with potential endocrine disorders. Which clients are at high risk for hypopituitarism? (Select all that apply.)
a. A 20-year-old female with benign pituitary tumors b. A 32-year-old male with diplopia c. A 41-year-old female with anorexia nervosa d. A 55-year-old male with hypertension e. A 60-year-old female who is experiencing shock f. A 68-year-old male who has gained weight recently
A nurse is to administer sulfasalazine to a client with ulcerative colitis. Which of the following interventions would be most important while caring for this client?
A) Stop dosage if skin turns orange-yellow color. B) Regularly inspect client's stool samples. C) Give the drug on an empty stomach. D) Administer cranberry juice to the client.
The family of a client with acute symptoms of schizophrenia knows nothing about the client's illness
and the role the family can play in his recovery. The nurse should recommend that they attend a. psychoanalytic group therapy. b. a psychoeducational group. c. transactional therapy. d. family therapy.
A nurse is writing a care plan for a client recently diagnosed with HIV. The client admits to being sexually active and states he will remain sexually active. Which would be a priority nursing diagnosis for this client?
1. Deficient Knowledge related to preventing transmission of HIV 2. Risk for Infection related to immunodeficiency 3. Death Anxiety 4. Social Isolation related to fear of AIDS