Residents with Stage II Alzheimer's disease show signs of
A) sundowning.
B) seizure activity.
C) delusions of persecution.
D) indifference.
A
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How can the nurse best facilitate the patient's adherence to her medication regimen? A) Encourage the patient to store the bottles with their tops removed. B) Have a trusted family member take over the management of the patient's medication regimen. C) Encourage her to have her pharmacy replace the tops with alternatives that are easier to open. D) Have the patient approach her primary care provider to explore medication alternatives.
A client has a nighttime cough related to taking enalapril (Vasotec). Which nursing intervention is most appropriate to promote rest for this client?
A) Have the client sit up at an 80 ° angle in a comfortable chair at night. B) Have the client sleep on 2 or 3 pillows at night. C) Contact the healthcare provider for a prescription for a cough-suppressant medication. D) Contact the healthcare provider for a prescription for a sedative-hypnotic medication.
The patient has the right to ___________ a medication; however, the healthcare provider must document
this and notify the physician. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse is preparing a presentation for other healthcare providers about substance abuse. Which reasons for abuse should the nurse include?(Select all that apply.)
1. Rotating shifts 2. Fatigue 3. Difficulty sleeping 4. Decreased demand for healthcare providers 5. Decreased tension related to the job