An aging client with severe schizophrenia takes a beta-adrenergic blocking agent (propranolol) for hypertension as well as an antipsychotic. Given the combined side effects of these drugs, what teaching should the nurse provide?
A) Make sure you concentrate on taking slow, deep, cleansing breaths.
B) Watch your diet and try to engage in some regular physical activity.
C) Rise slowly when you change position from lying to sitting or sitting to standing.
D) Wear sunscreen and try to avoid midday sun exposure.
C
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A) Have the patient place his arms around the nurse's neck. B) Allow the patient to initially sit at the side of the bed. C) Have the patient pull up with the nurse to assist. D) Instruct the patient to push off the bed with the wrists.
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A) True B) False
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a. 0.25 cc c. 0.5 cc b. 0.05 cc d. 1 cc
Employers know that if they hire someone with physical problems, they have to make "reasonable accommodation." What will a typical "reasonable accommodation" cost an employer?
A. Between $1 and $500 B. Between $501 and $1000 C. Between $1001 and $1500 D. Over $1501