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What is the second leading cause of death in adolescents and young Americans ages 15 to 24 years of age?

The nurse is caring for a patient in the emergency room with opioid intoxication. Which of the following medications is used in the treatment of opioid intoxication?

Pharmacological intervention with Tourette’s disorder may be used for severe symptoms that impede functioning. Which of the following has been approved by the FDA for control of severe tics and vocal utterances in children diagnosed with Tourette’s Disorder?

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The nursing diagnosis for the patient with Binge Eating Disorder is “Imbalanced Nutrition: more than body requirements”. Which of the following nursing interventions apply should be instituted?  (Select all that apply)

Which of the following physical manifestations would you expect to assess in a patient suffering from anorexia nervosa?

Which of the following are the general therapeutic approaches used in the treatment of children and adolescents with psychiatric disorders? (Select all that apply) 

A paranoid patient presents with bizarre behaviors, suspiciousness, neologisms, and thought insertion. Which nursing action should be prioritized to maintain this patient’s safety?

Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be utilized in separation anxiety disorder?

“A child diagnosed with attention deficit-disorder is being intrusive with staff and acting immaturely by whirling and falling down.  Which of the following short-term outcomes would be appropriate for this client?” Select all that apply.