A nurse is administering medications that alter neurotransmitters to a client with schizophrenia. Which neurotransmitter alterations are most likely to contribute to the development of schizophrenia? Select all that apply
A) Acetylcholine
B) Dopamine
C) Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
D) Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
E) Serotonin
A, B, C, E
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The nurse suggests that the mother of an infant with failure to thrive (FTT) see a lactation specialist to assist with breastfeeding. Which is an appropriate goal when planning care for this family?
A) Increase the number of well-child checkups for the child. B) Convince the mother to use formula instead of continuing with breastfeeding. C) Improve the parent-child relationship. D) Prevent complications associated with poor nutrition.
A client is found to have a low hemoglobin and hematocrit when laboratory work was performed. What does the nurse understand the anemia may have resulted from? Select all that apply
A) Infection B) Blood loss C) Abnormal erythrocyte production D) Destruction of normally formed red blood cells E) Inadequate formed white blood cells
Following a kidney transplant, which specific food on the client's meal tray should be removed?
a. steamed broccoli b. fresh, washed bean sprouts c. commercially prepared pudding d. low-fat chocolate milkshake from an ice cream shop
A client with anxiety is beginning treatment with lorazepam (Ativan). It is most important for the nurse to assess the client's
a. motivation for treatment. b. family and social support. c. use of coping mechanisms. d. use of alcohol.