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NURS 326 Final Exam QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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The healthcare provider is caring for a patient who has
undergone electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). The patient
should be carefully assessed for which of the following
common adverse effects of this treatment?
a. Dizziness and blurred vision
b. Aggression and violent behavior
c. Headache and memory loss
d. Palpitations and cardiac arrest - Answer-C
A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder is
admitted for inpatient care. Which of the following is the
primary goal during the admission assessment?
A. Establishing desired outcomes for the patient
B. Administering antidepressant medications
C. Collecting and organizing patient data
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D. Reviewing the policies for patient conduct - Answer-C
(The primary goal during the admission assessment is to
collect and organize objective and subjective data so
patient problems and needs can be identified.)
A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is prescribed
lithium carbonate (Lithobid). When teaching the patient
about the medication, which of these statements is a
priority for the healthcare provider include?
A. "You should follow this low calorie, low sodium diet to
prevent weight gain."
B. "You should avoid consuming dairy products when you
are taking this medication."
C. "Call our office immediately if you experience any
unusual bruising or bleeding."
D. "Drink lots of fluids, especially if you are active during
hot weather." - Answer-D
A patient diagnosed with depression is prescribed
fluoxetine (Prozac). Which of the following would the
healthcare provider most likely observe if the patient
experiences an adverse effect of this medication?
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a. Bradycardia
b. Decreased libido
c. Urinary retention
d. Weight loss - Answer-B
Which of the following would not be a protective factor
against suicide?
a. Having limited access to highly lethal methods of
suicide
b. Easy access to a variety of resources and support
c. Lack of coping skills in problem solving, conflict
resolution, and nonviolent handling of disputes.
d. Having a significant other - Answer-C (Protective factors
against suicide include:
-Effective and appropriate clinical care for mental,
physical, and substance abuse disorders
-Easy access to a variety of clinical interventions and
support for help-seeking
-Restricted access to highly lethal methods of suicide
-Family and community support
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-Support from ongoing medical and mental health care
relationships
-Learned skills in problem solving, conflict resolution, and
nonviolent handling of disputes
-Cultural and religious beliefs that discourage suicide and
support self-preservation instincts
-Going to church
-Having a pet, having children, or being a caregiver
-Having a significant other)
Which of the following are individual risk factors for
suicide? Select all that apply.
a. Female gender
b. Command hallucinations
c. Pts. age is 16 years old
d. No history of depression of a mental health disorder
e. The pt. has Parkinson's. - Answer-B C E (Risk factors
for suicide include:
-*Sex* (Male)
-*Age* (<19 or >45)
NURS 326 Final Exam QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
ALREADY GRADED A+||VERIFIED EXAM!!|| 100%
Verified Solutions | Updated Per Latest Guidelines |
Graded A+||Newest Exam!!!
The healthcare provider is caring for a patient who has
undergone electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). The patient
should be carefully assessed for which of the following
common adverse effects of this treatment?
a. Dizziness and blurred vision
b. Aggression and violent behavior
c. Headache and memory loss
d. Palpitations and cardiac arrest - Answer-C
A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder is
admitted for inpatient care. Which of the following is the
primary goal during the admission assessment?
A. Establishing desired outcomes for the patient
B. Administering antidepressant medications
C. Collecting and organizing patient data
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D. Reviewing the policies for patient conduct - Answer-C
(The primary goal during the admission assessment is to
collect and organize objective and subjective data so
patient problems and needs can be identified.)
A patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder is prescribed
lithium carbonate (Lithobid). When teaching the patient
about the medication, which of these statements is a
priority for the healthcare provider include?
A. "You should follow this low calorie, low sodium diet to
prevent weight gain."
B. "You should avoid consuming dairy products when you
are taking this medication."
C. "Call our office immediately if you experience any
unusual bruising or bleeding."
D. "Drink lots of fluids, especially if you are active during
hot weather." - Answer-D
A patient diagnosed with depression is prescribed
fluoxetine (Prozac). Which of the following would the
healthcare provider most likely observe if the patient
experiences an adverse effect of this medication?
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a. Bradycardia
b. Decreased libido
c. Urinary retention
d. Weight loss - Answer-B
Which of the following would not be a protective factor
against suicide?
a. Having limited access to highly lethal methods of
suicide
b. Easy access to a variety of resources and support
c. Lack of coping skills in problem solving, conflict
resolution, and nonviolent handling of disputes.
d. Having a significant other - Answer-C (Protective factors
against suicide include:
-Effective and appropriate clinical care for mental,
physical, and substance abuse disorders
-Easy access to a variety of clinical interventions and
support for help-seeking
-Restricted access to highly lethal methods of suicide
-Family and community support
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-Support from ongoing medical and mental health care
relationships
-Learned skills in problem solving, conflict resolution, and
nonviolent handling of disputes
-Cultural and religious beliefs that discourage suicide and
support self-preservation instincts
-Going to church
-Having a pet, having children, or being a caregiver
-Having a significant other)
Which of the following are individual risk factors for
suicide? Select all that apply.
a. Female gender
b. Command hallucinations
c. Pts. age is 16 years old
d. No history of depression of a mental health disorder
e. The pt. has Parkinson's. - Answer-B C E (Risk factors
for suicide include:
-*Sex* (Male)
-*Age* (<19 or >45)
