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A nurse working in the psychiatric unit receives report for a new patient being admitted with symptoms of depressive disorder and possible schizophrenia. The nurse knows the treatment regimen may include which of the following medications? Select all that apply.

Which agent would the nurse identify as acting specifically on the receptors in the GI tract?

A nurse passing medications at the nursing home is supposed to provide diltiazem (Cardizem) 90 mg PO tid. The pharmacy stocks 60 mg tablets. The nurse should provide ____________________ tablets. Round to nearest tenth.

The nurse receives new orders to start clindamycin 25 mg/kg/day in 4 equal intravenous doses every 6 hr to a child who weighs 20 kg. What is the dose in mg of medication the nurse should provide with each administration? Round to nearest whole number. ___________________mg

Which of the following would be included in the patient teaching for a client receiving lithium (Lithobid) therapy? Select all that apply.

What beta-adrenergic antagonist is used for migraine prophylaxis?

The nurse is conducting a follow-up assessment of a school-aged child whose ADHD is being treated with dextroamphetamine. In addition to assessing for desired effects, what assessment should the nurse prioritize?

The nurse is preparing a plan of care for a client with schizophrenia who is prescribed haloperidol. The nurse will schedule assessments to ensure no adverse reactions at which interval? (select all that apply)

A 58-year-old patient is recovering in the intensive care unit after a myocardial infarction (MI). The nurse notes an order for the beta blocker metoprolol. What is the purpose of this drug?

An individual with chronic schizophrenia who recently started taking olanzapine (Zyprexa) is smacking his lips, puffing his cheeks, and chewing. Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?