After administering medication for an anxiety disorder, it is important for the nurse to record whether the client:
1. Uses caffeine.
2. Takes other medications.
3. Exhibits drowsiness.
4. Uses alcohol.
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Rationale: Drowsiness is a common side effect of anti-anxiety medications. The nurse should determine whether the client uses alcohol, caffeine, or other medications prior to administering an anti-anxiety medication.
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1. diagnose fungal infections. 2. diagnose scabies. 3. identify bacterial infections. 4. identify herpes infections.
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a. sepsis. b. fluid overload. c. medications. d. hemodynamic instability.
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A. Teary eyes B. Projectile vomiting C. Lack of appetite D. Diarrhea