Question

11. The community mental health nurse is planning to visit four clients with schizophrenia today. Which client should the nurse see first? a. The mother who took her children from school because aliens were after them b. The young man who has a history of substance abuse and has no telephone c. The newly diagnosed client who needs to be evaluated for medication compliance d. The young woman who believes she is to blame for her recent miscarriage 12. The nurse is caring for a client whose urine drug screen is positive for cocaine. What behavior is this client likely to exhibit during cocaine withdrawal? a. Intense cravings b. Increased energy c. Talkativeness d. Euphoria 13. The nurse learns that a newly admitted adult client has a six month history of recurring somatic pain. During the admission interview, it is most important for the nurse to question the client about what problem? a. Episodes of tremor b. Feelings of depressiorn c. Periods of restlessness d. Nausea and vomiti . A female client with bulimia is admitted to the mental health unit after she disclosed toa friend that she purges after meals. Which interventions should the nurse implement first? a. Provide a supportive, structure environment for meals b. Assess weight, vital signs, potassium and other electrolytes c. Discuss alternative strategies for binging and purging d. Monitor the client after meals for possible vomiting The mental health nurse observes that a female client with delusional disorder carries ome of her belongings with her because she believes that others are trying to steal them Which nursing action will promote trust? a. Explain that distrust is related to feeling anxious b. Initiate short, frequent contacts with the client c. Explain that these beliefs are related to her illness d. Offer to keep the belongings at the nurse's desk

Answer 1

Ans.11) "c"

(The newly diagnosed client who needs to be evaluated for medical compliance. Because this new patient needs more guidance and counselling about everything.)

12.) "a"

(During withdrawal period, patient faces increased craving for the cocaine.)

13.) "c"

(At first the patient with somatic pain is asked about the periods of restlessness.)

14.) "b"

(At first nurse should monitor the patient after meal for possible vomiting.)