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Which of the following was passed in 1945 and returned regulatory power to the states after the Supreme Court ruling on U.S. versus Southeastern Underwriters?

The Trident Insurance Company is facing uncertainty about future loss experience.  Which of the following statement about rates would best allow it to account for that uncertainty? 

A patient newly prescribed clozapine asks about safety. What should the nurse include in teaching? (Select all that apply.)

A patient with major depressive disorder is pacing, tearful, and says, I dont see a reason to live anymore. What actions must the nurse take IMMEDIATELY? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse overhears a colleague joking about a patient’s delusions during break. What is the nurse’s MOST appropriate response?

A nurse is caring for a patient who is actively delusional, refuses medication, and insists “the government is trying to control my mind.” Under which condition can the patient be involuntarily hospitalized?

A nurse evaluates a patient’s abstract thinking during a mental status exam (MSE). Which patient response demonstrates an IMPAIRED ability to think abstractly?

Which of the following is a regulatory objective for ratemaking?

A nurse is caring for a patient who has a history of chronic alcohol use and is experiencing withdrawal symptoms. The healthcare provider suspects the patient is developing delirium tremens (DTs). Which of the following symptoms is most characteristic of delirium tremens?

A nurse is caring for a patient who has a history of alcohol use disorder and is experiencing symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. The patient presents with tremors, increased heart rate, anxiety, and diaphoresis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize in the care of this patient?