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A patient with bulimia nervosa has become dehydrated from self-induced vomiting. This is most likely to result in: A. Hyperchloremia. B. Hypokalemia. C. Tachycardia. D. Parotid gland atrophy. B. Hypokalemia Your patient asks, "Will Antabuse really help me with my drinking problem?" What is your most appropriate response? A. "Yes, if you are motivated." B. "Yes, if you use it correctly." C. "That is totally up to you." D. "Antabuse works well for some." ...

NUR2520 Final Review Practice 219 Questions with Verified Answers A patient with bulimia nervosa has become dehydrated from self-induced vomiting. This is most likely to result in: A. Hyperchloremia. B. Hypokalemia. C. Tachycardia. D. Parotid gland atrophy. - CORRECT ANSWER B. Hypokalemia Your patient asks, "Will Antabuse really help me with my drinking problem?" What is your most appropriate response? A. "Yes, if you are motivated." B. "Yes, if you use it correctly....

NUR2520Test 1BP What is Mental health and what makes someone have behavior that is equivalent to diagnosed mental illness? ● Mental health and mental illness are not specific entities but rather they exist on a continuum. ● Continuum is dynamic and shifting; ranging from moderate to severe. ● Many biological and environmental factors influence mental health. ● Mental health: a successful performance of mental functions, resulting in the ability to engage in productive activities, en...

NUR2520Test 1BP What is Mental health and what makes someone have behavior that is equivalent to diagnosed mental illness? ● Mental health and mental illness are not specific entities but rather they exist on a continuum. ● Continuum is dynamic and shifting; ranging from moderate to severe. ● Many biological and environmental factors influence mental health. ● Mental health: a successful performance of mental functions, resulting in the ability to engage in productive activities, en...

NUR2520Test 1BP What is Mental health and what makes someone have behavior that is equivalent to diagnosed mental illness? ● Mental health and mental illness are not specific entities but rather they exist on a continuum. ● Continuum is dynamic and shifting; ranging from moderate to severe. ● Many biological and environmental factors influence mental health. ● Mental health: a successful performance of mental functions, resulting in the ability to engage in productive activities, en...

NUR2520Test 1BP What is Mental health and what makes someone have behavior that is equivalent to diagnosed mental illness? ● Mental health and mental illness are not specific entities but rather they exist on a continuum. ● Continuum is dynamic and shifting; ranging from moderate to severe. ● Many biological and environmental factors influence mental health. ● Mental health: a successful performance of mental functions, resulting in the ability to engage in productive activities, en...

What is Mental health and what makes someone have behavior that is equivalent to diagnosed mental illness? ● Mental health and mental illness are not specific entities but rather they exist on a continuum. ● Continuum is dynamic and shifting; ranging from moderate to severe. ● Many biological and environmental factors influence mental health. ● Mental health: a successful performance of mental functions, resulting in the ability to engage in productive activities, enjoy fulfilling re...

NUR2520Test 1BP What is Mental health and what makes someone have behavior that is equivalent to diagnosed mental illness? ● Mental health and mental illness are not specific entities but rather they exist on a continuum. ● Continuum is dynamic and shifting; ranging from moderate to severe. ● Many biological and environmental factors influence mental health. ● Mental health: a successful performance of mental functions, resulting in the ability to engage in productive activities, en...

ATI Mental Health Final Review

limited information is available ○ Its exact function is unclear but may have some influence on mood. ○ Histamine low → sedation and weight gain → give Benadryl (antihistaminic) ● GABA: has widespread distribution in the CNS, with high concentrations in the hypothalamus, hippocampus, cortex, cerebellum, basal ganglia, spinal cord, and retina ○ GABA is associated with short inhibitory interneurons, although some long-axon pathways within the brain have now been identified. ○ G...