A nurse wants to find a description of the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders. Which resource would have the most complete information?
a. A psychiatric nursing textbook
b. Journal of Mental Health and Psychosocial Nursing
c. Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary
d. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
d
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A nurse assesses clients at a community health center. Which client is at highest risk for the development of colorectal cancer?
a. A 37-year-old who drinks eight cups of coffee daily b. A 44-year-old with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) c. A 60-year-old lawyer who works 65 hours per week d. A 72-year-old who eats fast food frequently
A psychiatric home care nurse knocks on the client's door for the first time and is told by the client, "Go away and leave me alone. I don't want to buy any Girl Scout cookies." What should the nurse do in this instance?
1. Leave, and try to gain admittance to the client's home tomorrow 2. Show the client identification and explain the purpose of the visit 3. Offer to give the client money to buy Girl Scout cookies 4. Call the home health agency and request a new assignment
The nurse recognizes that the rehabilitation goal for a client who has experienced a spinal cord injury (SCI) is to assist the client in: Select all that apply
1. Adapting to the realization of the client's limitations. 2. Reaching the client's highest potential for independence. 3. Assimilating back into the client's home environment. 4. Dealing with the physical pain such injuries cause. 5. Providing the emotional support required for this adjustment.
A client questions a nurse about taking antiretrovirals with other medications, which may cause drug interactions. What is the most accurate statement that the nurse can give in response?
a. "Make sure you do not take your antiviral medications with any other medications." b. "Bring all your medications into the office as soon as possible and we will ensure that they are safe to take together." c. "Next time you go to your doctor, let the doctor know all the medications you are taking." d. "If you have any questions about your medications, ask your pharmacist."