The nurse is caring for a client with a history of aggression and a great deal of agitation. The nurse should explain to the client and the client's family that the client will most likely be ordered an atypical antipsychotic such as:
A) Fluoxetine (Prozac).
B) Olanzapine (Zyprexa).
C) Paroxetene (Paxil).
D) Lithium carbonate (Lithium).
B
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a. Ultrasound showing the placenta implanted in the lower uterine segment b. Painless, bright-red bleeding in the last 3 months of pregnancy c. Tender, rigid uterus in the last trimester d. Bleeding at 12 weeks
The client with an abnormal quadruple screen is scheduled for an ultrasound. Which of the following statements indicate that the client understands the need for this additional antepartal fetal surveillance?
A. "After the ultrasound, my partner and I will decide how to decorate the nursery." B. "During the ultrasound we will see which of us the baby looks most like." C. "The ultrasound will show if there are abnormalities with the baby's spine." D. "The blood test wasn't run correctly and now we need to have the sonogram."
The client with an infected leg wound that is draining purulent material has a prescription for sodium hypochlorite (Dakin solution) to be used in the care of the wound. The nurse would do which of the following while using this solution?
1. Rinse off immediately following irrigation. 2. Pour onto sterile sponges, and pack in wound. 3. Let the solution run freely over normal skin tissue. 4. Use each bottle of solution for 2 weeks before replacing.
During data collection, the nurse learns that a patient with chronic cardiac problems and diabetes has gained 5 pounds of weight over 3 days and is experiencing fatigue when climbing stairs
Upon inspection, the nurse notes edema of the lower extremities. What health problem do these symptoms suggest that the nurse should report to the physician? a. Acute heart failure b. Myocardial infarction c. Left-sided heart failure d. Right-sided heart failure