Pharm test bank 2 with correct answers 2024

A group of patients are being screened to see which patients would be the best candidate for a psychotherapeutic drug trial that helps people concentrate longer on activities. Which patient would be best suited for this trial? A) A 28-year-old salesperson who alternates between overactivity and periods of depression B) A 32-year-old hyperactive nursing student who cannot focus long enough to take a test C) A 55-year-old physician who suddenly falls asleep during the day without warning D) A 16-year-old youth who say he can make the light turn on by pointing at it and hears voices correct answersb What nursing intervention is appropriate for a 70-year-old female patient receiving lithium? A) Instruct the patient to use barrier contraceptives. B) Monitor blood glucose levels. C) Monitor fluid and sodium intake. D) Encourage the patient to check daily for weight loss. correct answersc A nurse is caring for a patient who is taking lithium for mania. The nurses assessment includes a notation of a lithium serum level of 2.4 mEq/L. The nurse anticipates seeing what? A) Fine tremors of both hands B) Slurred speech C) Clonic movements D) Nausea and vomiting correct answersc The nurse administers chlorpromazine intramuscularly to the preoperative patient who is extremely anxious about surgery in the morning. What priority teaching point will the nurse provide this patient? A) Remain recumbent for at least 30 minutes after the injection. B) Do not eat for 1 hour after the drug is administered. C) Encourage fluids with the goal of 3,000 mL/d. D) Avoid eating avocados and oranges when taking this medication. correct answersa The nurse is presenting an in-service at a childrens unit on hyperactivity. The nurse is told that a 6-year-old on the unit is being treated with methylphenidate (Ritalin). The presenting nurse talks about discharge teaching for this patient and the importance of monitoring what? A) Long bone growth B) Visual acuity C) Weight and complete blood count D) Urea and nitrogen levels correct answersc