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15. A patient with schizophrenia recently began a new medication, clozapine (Clozaril). Which signs and symptoms of a potentially fatal side effect will the nurse include in the teaching plan?

6. Which client would the nurse identify as highest risk for suicide?

8. Which neurotransmitter is associated with the fight-or-flight response of a restless, agitated client?

6. A nurse working on an inpatient psychiatric unit is assigned to conduct a 45-minute education group. Which activity would the nurse identify as an appropriate group topic?

14. Which is the correct manner to prioritize nursing diagnoses?

8. Which statement describes the development of trust between the nurse and client?

2. Which statement is most accurate regarding the assessment of clients diagnosed with psychiatric problems?

16. When planning group therapy, the nurse identifies which configuration as most optimal for a therapeutic group?

9. Which statement about tricyclic antidepressant medications is accurate?

3. Which part of the nervous system would the nurse identify as playing a major role during stressful situations?