NUR 180 MH exam 2 Questions and Answers

NUR 180 MH exam 2 Questions and Answers Fluoxetine (prozac) SATA -Answer-Weight gain, suicidal tendencies, aspirin- GI bleed Clonazepam (benzo) Further education is needed if patient states what? SATA - Answer-Cannot stop taking abruptly, safe because there are no side effects, Don't need to worry about taking OTC medications with it Clonazepam- Which lab test would you want to monitor? -Answer-CBC & LFT Implement for dying patients (SATA) -Answer-Allowing patients to voice their fears, can get them on good pain program so they are not in pain while dying, assess for hopelessness and loneliness and offer assistance. New patient admitted on mental health unit. They have panic/anxiety disorder. What would be some interventions to help decrease the patient's anxiety? (SATA) -Answer- Administering anti-anxiety medication (end in PAM!) find therapy that reduces stress such as aromatherapy, cognitive therapy, help them identify their strengths and weaknesses. What symptoms to look for in substance abuse? (SATA) -Answer-Rapid changes in mood and demeanor, Neglect and personal hygiene, continues to use despite negative consequences. Substance abuse, and you are planning group therapy. What would you want to base group therapy on? (SATA) -Answer-Isolation from your job or relationships, missing a lot of work, Increase in accidents Clonazepam-teaching patient, -Answer-Dr. may order lab to test liver function Clonazepam, what information would you give to the patient? -Answer-Prescribed as needed basis, not on regular schedule. PTSD is elevated and normally takes alprazolam (Xanax). They can get it PRN. What would you do? -Answer-Monitor for jaundice and sore throat-give meds Administering Buspar (buspirone-not a controlled medication) Which intervention would you take when giving this medication? -Answer-Monitor for dizziness Generalized anxiety disorder. What would you ask the patient? -Answer-Do you find it difficult to control your anxiety? Patient is sweating, having hard time breathing, has numbness, and has pins and needles through the body. Which medication would you want to give this patient? - Answer-Lorazepam Patient who has constricted pupils, euphoria, respiratory depression, and drowsiness. Which would you treat first? -Answer-Respiratory Depression Patient is going through alcohol withdrawal. Patient has developed seizures through this withdrawal, what medication would you give them? -Answer-Lorazepam (Benzodiazepine) Patient has lost lbs in the last couple months. They were referred to you because of their eating disorder. What would you say to the patient? -Answer-What do you eat in a typical day? Patient getting treatment for bulimia nervosa. What medication will the nurse provide teaching on? -Answer-SSRI's Patient states to you "I have the urge to vomit after eating" What would be your response? -Answer-Seek out a staff member to talk abo