NR 326 Final Exam Questions & Answers
acamprosate Correct Answers -maintenance of alcohol
abstinence
-NI: can cause depression and SI, can cause weight gain and
decreased libido
Acute Stress Disorder Correct Answers similar to PTSD but
symptoms only last 1 month following event
-if sx not resolves then PTSD diagnosed
ADHD Correct Answers inattentive or hyperactive types
ADHD Hyperactivity and Impulsivity Correct Answers -
constantly on the go/fidgety
-runs and climbs excessively
-difficulty with leisure activities
-talks excessively
-acts without thinking
-unable to wait for their turn
-interrupts and intrudes on others conversations
ADHD Inattention Correct Answers -difficulty paying attention
-not able to follow through with tasks
-careless mistakes
-loses things necessary for tasks
-mind seems to wander
-easily distracted
-difficulty organizing
,Alcohol Intoxication Correct Answers Disinhibition of sexual
or aggressive impulses, mood lability, impaired judgment,
impaired social or occupational function, incoordination, slurred
speech, unsteady gait, flushed face and nystagmus. Occurs at a
blood alcohol level between 100 - 200 mg/dL.
Alcohol Intoxication and VS Correct Answers VS decrease, if
depressant suddenly removed the body doesn't adjust quickly so
VS rapidly increase, rapid increase in vitals causes
cardiovascular collapse
Alcohol withdrawal Correct Answers Assess for first
symptoms to appear 4-12 hours after heavy or prolonged use,
peaks in 24-48 hours, and can progress Delirium Tremens (DTs)
or alcoholic withdrawal syndrome 48 hours after last drink for
heavy drinking/long term drinking
Alcohol withdrawal symptoms Correct Answers Within 4-12
hours of cessation or reduction in prolonged or heavy alcohol
use (several days or longer). Symptoms include coarse tremors
of the hands, tongue, or eyelids, nausea or vomiting, weakness
or malaise, tachycardia, sweating, elevated blood pressure,
anxiety, depressed mood or irritability, transient hallucinations
or illusion, headache, and insomnia.
alcoholism Correct Answers -denial, projection, rationalization
-intoxication: inappropriate sexual or aggressive actions, labile
mood, impaired judgment, impaired social or work related
functioning, slurred speech, incoordination, unsteady gait,
nystagmus, breath smells of alcohol, impaired attention and
memory, coma, or stupor
, Amitriptyline Correct Answers TCA
amoxapine Correct Answers TCA
Anorexia Nervosa Correct Answers -self starvation and
distorted body image
-non-purging type restricts by fasting/over-exercising and
purging type induces vomiting or uses laxatives and may also be
using diuretics
-sx: refusal to eat, compulsive exercise,
overachieving/perfectionism, weight loss, cachexia, dry
skin/lanugo, electrolyte imbalance, ECG changes with
hypokalemia, preoccupation with food, weight and calories,
constipation
-NI:therapeutic relationship, behavior modification, I & O,
weigh as per treatment plan (usually w/back to scale), assess
contributing factors
-tx: : medication for symptoms of anxiety and depression,
Zyprexa (olanzapine) to help w/weight gain, individual
psychotherapy, nutrition education, behavioral therapy,
cognitive therapy, family therapy, group therapy, expressive
therapies (e.g. art), relaxation groups/ activity
-watch for refeeding syndrome, introduce calories slowly
Antihistamines Correct Answers -helps with anxiety
-hydroxyzine - can help with sleep
-SE: restless muscle movement
antisocial personality disorder Correct Answers disregard and
violation of the rights of others
acamprosate Correct Answers -maintenance of alcohol
abstinence
-NI: can cause depression and SI, can cause weight gain and
decreased libido
Acute Stress Disorder Correct Answers similar to PTSD but
symptoms only last 1 month following event
-if sx not resolves then PTSD diagnosed
ADHD Correct Answers inattentive or hyperactive types
ADHD Hyperactivity and Impulsivity Correct Answers -
constantly on the go/fidgety
-runs and climbs excessively
-difficulty with leisure activities
-talks excessively
-acts without thinking
-unable to wait for their turn
-interrupts and intrudes on others conversations
ADHD Inattention Correct Answers -difficulty paying attention
-not able to follow through with tasks
-careless mistakes
-loses things necessary for tasks
-mind seems to wander
-easily distracted
-difficulty organizing
,Alcohol Intoxication Correct Answers Disinhibition of sexual
or aggressive impulses, mood lability, impaired judgment,
impaired social or occupational function, incoordination, slurred
speech, unsteady gait, flushed face and nystagmus. Occurs at a
blood alcohol level between 100 - 200 mg/dL.
Alcohol Intoxication and VS Correct Answers VS decrease, if
depressant suddenly removed the body doesn't adjust quickly so
VS rapidly increase, rapid increase in vitals causes
cardiovascular collapse
Alcohol withdrawal Correct Answers Assess for first
symptoms to appear 4-12 hours after heavy or prolonged use,
peaks in 24-48 hours, and can progress Delirium Tremens (DTs)
or alcoholic withdrawal syndrome 48 hours after last drink for
heavy drinking/long term drinking
Alcohol withdrawal symptoms Correct Answers Within 4-12
hours of cessation or reduction in prolonged or heavy alcohol
use (several days or longer). Symptoms include coarse tremors
of the hands, tongue, or eyelids, nausea or vomiting, weakness
or malaise, tachycardia, sweating, elevated blood pressure,
anxiety, depressed mood or irritability, transient hallucinations
or illusion, headache, and insomnia.
alcoholism Correct Answers -denial, projection, rationalization
-intoxication: inappropriate sexual or aggressive actions, labile
mood, impaired judgment, impaired social or work related
functioning, slurred speech, incoordination, unsteady gait,
nystagmus, breath smells of alcohol, impaired attention and
memory, coma, or stupor
, Amitriptyline Correct Answers TCA
amoxapine Correct Answers TCA
Anorexia Nervosa Correct Answers -self starvation and
distorted body image
-non-purging type restricts by fasting/over-exercising and
purging type induces vomiting or uses laxatives and may also be
using diuretics
-sx: refusal to eat, compulsive exercise,
overachieving/perfectionism, weight loss, cachexia, dry
skin/lanugo, electrolyte imbalance, ECG changes with
hypokalemia, preoccupation with food, weight and calories,
constipation
-NI:therapeutic relationship, behavior modification, I & O,
weigh as per treatment plan (usually w/back to scale), assess
contributing factors
-tx: : medication for symptoms of anxiety and depression,
Zyprexa (olanzapine) to help w/weight gain, individual
psychotherapy, nutrition education, behavioral therapy,
cognitive therapy, family therapy, group therapy, expressive
therapies (e.g. art), relaxation groups/ activity
-watch for refeeding syndrome, introduce calories slowly
Antihistamines Correct Answers -helps with anxiety
-hydroxyzine - can help with sleep
-SE: restless muscle movement
antisocial personality disorder Correct Answers disregard and
violation of the rights of others
