A movement disorder that manifests itself in facial movements such as repetitive lip smacking, chewing, grimacing, cheek puffing, and tongue protrusion is called ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
tardive dyskinesia
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A preschool-aged child got into the cookie jar and ate several cookies before dinner. When confronted by the parent, the child responds, "My pet horse ate them." What does the nurse teach the parents about this response?
a. It is normal for children to have imaginary friends at this age. b. This vivid imagination will lead the child to misbehave later on. c. Lying is disobedient and should be punished consistently. d. The child is obviously afraid of the parents' response.
Which of the following are preoperative conditions that may affect the patient's response to surgery? (Select all that apply.)
a. Age b. Religion c. Mental status d. Occupation e. Nutritional status
An adolescent is being placed on a calcium channel blocker. What should the nurse inform the adolescent with regard to this medication? (Select all that apply.)
a. The medication may cause fatigue. b. The medication may increase heart rate. c. The medication may cause constipation. d. The medication may cause cold extremities. e. The medication may cause peripheral edema.
Which of the following is likely to cause orthostatic hypotension in older adults?
A) Decreased baroreceptor response B) Decreased compliance/stiffer vessels C) Increased peripheral vascular resistance D) Rigid arteries