Psych 3 Questions And Answers 2022

Psych 3 Questions And Answers 2022 A nurse is caring for a client who receives a new prescription for clozapine (Clozaril). Which of the following is a contraindication to this medication? - ANS-Bone marrow depression A nurse is caring for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Which of the following actions should the nurse use to handle the client's ritualistic behavior? - ANS-Plan the client's schedule to allow time for rituals A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia. The client states that he hears voices telling him to do "bad things." The nurse correctly identifies this finding as which of the following? - ANS-Command hallucination A nurse is an emergency department is caring for a client who has been taking haloperidol (Haldol) for the past 3 months. The client has a temperature of 38.9 C (102 F), a blood pressure of 150/110 mm Hg, and tachycardia. The nurse should know that these manifestations indicate a diagnosis of: - ANS-neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS). A nurse is caring for a client who has delusional behavior and states, "I can't go to group today. I am expecting a high level official to visit today!" The nurse responds, "I understand, but it is time for group and we expect everyone to attend. Let's walk over together." Why is this nurse's response considered therapeutic? - ANS-I clearly articulates what is expected of the client A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving treatment with multiple antipsychotic medications. Findings include muscle rigidity, hyperpyrexia, and diaphoresis. The nurse should recognize that which of the following adverse effects may be occurring? - ANS-Neuroleptic malignant syndrome A nurse on the psychiatric unit is caring for a client who has moderate anxiety disorder. Which of the following measures should the nurse include in the immediate plan of care? - ANS-Foresee anxiety-provoking circumstances (helps to avoid escalation of anxiety) A nurse is caring for a client who receives a prescription for a benzodiazepine. Which of the following is a contraindication to this medication? - ANS-Alcohol abuse A nurse is caring for a client who is admitted with acute psychosis and is being treated with haloperidol (Haldol). The nurse should suspect that the client may be experiencing tardive dyskinesia as an adverse reaction when the client exhibits which of the following? (Select all that apply.) - ANS-Tongue thrusting and lip smacking Facial grimacing and eye blinking Repetitive involuntary movements CONTINUES...