The nurse is discharging a client with dementia. What teaching should the nurse provide to the family? |
A nurse is caring for a client with hoarding disorder. What is the priority nursing care of this client? |
A surgical client develops delirium post-procedure. The
family of the client is extremely concerned. What measures can the
nurse implement to reassure the family the client will be cared for
with safety and dignity? |
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with bipolar disorder who is experiencing a manic episode. What is the priority nursing action? |
1. Dementia patient discharge:
List of family members or friends available for supporting the patientvat home.
What kind of care is required for the patient
What are the activities that a patient can do safely without assistance
infirmation about the community service agencies
How the cost can be covered.
2. Priority care for hoarding disorder
Pshychotherapy
stress and depression medications
family accomodation for children
Nutrition
Personal hygiene
regular intake of correct medicines
3.
The nurse is discharging a client with dementia. What teaching should the nurse provide to the...
The nurse caring for a post-abdominal surgery client who has also been diagnosed with dementia. The family is concerned about pain control for the client because the client is confused. What should the nurse include in their teaching to the family about the nain control nlan for this client?
A nurse is caring for a client with bipolar disorder who has been prescribed lithium carbonate. Identify 3 potential adverse effects of this medication. List nursing interventions/ client education that should be provided if adverse effects to lithium occur? A nurse is caring for a client in the manic phase of bipolar disorder. Identify five clinical manifestations associated with this phase of the bipolar disorder.
A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing a manic episode. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? 1. a. Encourage the client to join group activities b. Dim the lights in the clients roomm c. Provide detailed explanations to the client d. Administer methyphenidate to the client 2. A nurse is leading a crisis intervention group of adolescents who witnessed the suicide of a classmate. Whch of the following actions should...
33. A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing acute alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? A. Hand tremors B. Stuporous level of consciousness C. Bradycardia D. Hypotension 34. A nurse on an acute mental health unit is caring for a group of clients. For which of the following clients is seclusion contraindicated? A. An adult client following a suicide attempt B. A school-age client who attempts to repeatedly bite staff C. An...
1. A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing a manic episode. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Encourage the client to join group activities b. Dim the lights in the clients room c. Provide detailed explanations to the client d. Administer methyphenidate to the client 2. A nurse is leading a crisis intervention group of adolescents who witnessed the suicide of a classmate. Whch of the following actions should the nurse take first? a. Initiate referrals...
Discussion Topics, Mohr Chapter 31, Cognitive Disorders Discussion Topics Learning Objective 1. After discussing cognitive disorders in class, you begin thinking about experiences you have had with those who suffer from these conditions. What is a cognitive disorder? Have you ever had a family member who was diagnosed with a cognitive disorder? What feelings were evoked by the changes that result when someone has this kind of disorder? Think about any clients you may have cared for with a cognitive...
1. A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing a manic episode. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Encourage the client to join group activities b. Dim the lights in the clients room c. Provide detailed explanations to the client d. Administer methyphenidate to the client 2. A nurse is leading a crisis intervention group of adolescents who witnessed the suicide of a classmate. Whch of the following actions should...
1. A nurse is admitting a client who is in the manchas de The nurse should plan to make which of the following room assignments for the client? A. A private room in a quiet location on the unit B. A semi-private room with a roommate who has a similar diagnosis (CA private room close to the nursing station D. A seclusion room until the client's activity level becomes more subdued 2. A nurse is caring for a client who...
The nurse is talking with a client who has been sexually assaulted The client states "I never should have walked home late at night. I am to blame for what has happened to me! Which of the following would be an appropriate response for the nurse to make? Select all that apply 1. "The police officers who brought you into the hospital will be with you during this interview" "You should take a warm calming shower in order to feel...
1. A nurse is providing teaching to an adolescent client who has been prescribed isotretinion (accutane). The nurse should inform the client that which of the following medications are contraindicated while taking accutane? a. metronidazole (flagyl) b. prednisolone (prednisone) c. omeprazole (prilosec) d. spironolactone (aldactone) 2. A nurse is preparing to administer chemotherapy to a client who has colon cancer. The client has the following laboratory results: WBC 700/mm3, RBC 2.8 million/mm3, Hgb 7.9 g/dLWhich of the following actions should...