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On an inpatient psychiatric unit, a client diagnosed with major depressive disorder states, “I’m so glad the Zoloft that my doctor just prescribed will quickly help me with my mood.” Which nursing response reflects the role of teaching?

A client diagnosed with Alzheimer’s dementia can no longer ambulate, does not recognize family members, and communicates with agitated behaviors and incoherent verbalizations. The nurse recognizes these symptoms as indicative of which stage of the illness?

Describe 4 signs and symptoms that would warrant immediate referral for an athlete suspected of having a sports-related concussion.

The client with antisocial personality disorder is trying to convince the nurse that he deserves special privileges, and that an exception to the rules should be made for him. What is the nurse’s best response to this client’s request?

A nurse is assessing a client who, over the past 3 years, has experienced feelings of sadness related to the death of a beloved aunt. The client eats and sleeps little and isolates themselves. How should the nurse interpret the client’s behavior?  

A client diagnosed recently with Alzheimer’s dementia is prescribed donepezil. The client’s spouse inquires, “How does this work? Will this cure him?” Which is the appropriate nursing response?

List and describe the ABCDEs of melanoma. 

Which term should a nurse use to describe the administration of a central nervous system (CNS) depressant during alcohol withdrawal

A client diagnosed with Alzheimer’s dementia can no longer ambulate, does not recognize family members, and communicates with agitated behaviors and incoherent verbalizations. The nurse recognizes these symptoms as indicative of which stage of the illness?

Which of the following is an immediate physical response associated with the “fight-or-flight” syndrome? Select all that apply