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What would be considered a positive symptom of the disease exhibited by the client with Schizophrenia? 

A client is taking lithium carbonate and asks why regular blood tests are needed. The nurse explains that it is to detect lithium toxicity. Which of the following are signs and symptoms of Lithium (Lithobid) toxicity? 

The nurse is planning care for a client who was admitted to the hospital after threatening to harm himself when he was stopped by the police for speeding. He is diagnosed with alcoholism, depression, and anxiety. Which of the following ordered medications does the nurse question administering to the client? 

Of the following pharmacological agents, which is not useful for treating anxiety disorders?

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The newly admitted child diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder self-mutilates when stressed. What would be the MOST appropriate short-term goal, by the end of the shift, for this client?  

The partner of a client with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) reports that the client regularly exhibits “strange behaviors.” What does the nurse tell the partner about these behaviors? Select ALL that apply. 

A client comes to the emergency department with a broken wrist and significant bruising inflicted during a beating given by her intimate partner. The client states she plans to stay in the relationship at this time. What is the APPROPRIATE response by the nurse?

A 6-year-old pediatric client has been brought to the emergency department with severe notable physical injuries. What behavior by the parents would MOST cause the nurse to suspect possible child abuse?

Children are classified as a vulnerable population, along with the elderly and disabled. Providing for special protection under the law. Based upon research and statistics, children are at an increased risk of abuse if which of the following are present? Select ALL that apply.