Which of the following types of drugs requires cautious use with potentially aggressive clients?
a. Antipsychotic medications
b. Benzodiazepines
c. Mood stabilizers
d. Lithium
Ans: b. Benzodiazepines
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1. your facility requires you to do so. 2. the policy manual states this as a regulation. 3. you are responsible for the behavior of those you manage. 4. state law requires this action.
A public health nurse has been asked to participate in an initiative that is aimed at promoting the use of ergonomics. What is the most likely goal of this initiative?
A) To promote rehabilitation among postsurgical clients B) To promote comfort and health in workplace settings C) To reduce the health consequences of chronic disease D) To increase older adults' awareness of the importance of mobility
A patient is experiencing supraventricular tachycardia. Which medications should the nurse prepare to administer to this patient?
Select all that apply. 1. verapamil (Calan) 2. diltiazem (Cardizem) 3. amlodipine (Norvasc) 4. propafenone (Rythmol) 5. adenosine (Adenocard)
A nurse has experienced a cultural encounter. Which of the following best describes what has happened?
a. Sharing significant assessment findings with members of a racial minority b. Visiting the native land of the clients served at a community health center c. Telephoning the priest at a Hispanic church to discuss the health issues of a client d. Learning about traditional healing practic-es from an American Indian client