SATA Questions Exam 2 Questions and Answers 100% Verified

A health care provider decided that the emotional distress of an older adult patient warrants the use of risperidone (Risperdal). Which interventions should the nurse add to the patients plan of care? Select all that apply. a. Monitor for signs and symptoms of diabetes. b. Use disposable briefs for incontinence. c. Monitor for cerebrovascular changes. d. Implement a tyramine-free diet. e. Monitor for dehydration. - AC A nurse assesses a patient suspected to have somatic system disorder. Which findings support the diagnosis? Select all that apply. a. Female b. Reports frequent syncope c. Complains of heavy menstrual bleeding d. First diagnosed with psoriasis at 12 years of age e. Reports of back pain, painful urination, frequent diarrhea, and hemorrhoids - ABCE A nurse assessing an older adult patient for depression should include questions about mood as well as which other symptoms? Select all that apply. a. Increased appetite b. Sleep pattern changes c. Anhedonia and anergia d. Increased social isolation e. Increased concern with bodily functions - BCDE A nurse can assist a patient diagnosed with addiction and the patients family in which aspects of relapse prevention? Select all that apply. a. Rehearsing techniques to handle anticipated stressful situationsb. Advising the patient to accept residential treatment if relapse occurs c. Assisting the patient to identify life skills needed for effective coping d. Isolating self from significant others and social situations until sobriety is established e. Teaching the patient about the physical changes to expect as the body adapts to functioning without substances - ACE A nurse directs the intervention team who must take an aggressive patient to seclusion. Other patients were removed from the area. Before approaching the patient, the nurse should ensure that staff take which actions? Select all that apply. a. Remove jewelry, glasses, and harmful items from the patient and staff members. b. Appoint a person to clear a path and open, close, or lock doors. c. Quickly approach the patient, and grab the closest extremity. d. Select the person who will communicate with the patient. e. Move behind the patient to use the element of surprise. - ABD