The nurse is providing an SBAR report to the next shift. S:…

The nurse is providing an SBAR report to the next shift. S: Alvee is a 24-year old male who admitted to the unit today after being found on the street, talking nonsensically in a park. He stated seeing “the devil in the corner”. B: Patient has no previous psychiatric hospitalizations or symptoms noted in medical record. A: Patient has grossly disorganized thought pattern and content. He is highly vulnerable to other patients on the unit because he does not understand personal boundaries and highly disorganized in his speech. He has not bathed recently and has a strong odor.   R: Observe patient regularly to address vulnerabilities while other patients are around. Encourage patient to bathe with assistance. Monitor patient overnight until doctor can evaluate in the morning.   Which of the following disorders is the nurse expecting the doctor to diagnose in the morning?

A 22-year-old male is starting an SSRI medication Paxil (par…

A 22-year-old male is starting an SSRI medication Paxil (paroxetine). The nurse is providing patient education about this medication. Which of the following statements should be presented to the patient regarding the medication? One or all of these answers may be correct. Select All That Apply.

A 28-year-old woman who gave birth 2 weeks ago reports feeli…

A 28-year-old woman who gave birth 2 weeks ago reports feeling overwhelmed, sad, and disconnected from her baby. She states, “I feel like I’m not a good mother, and I can’t seem to get myself together.” She is able to care for her baby but feels tearful and exhausted most of the day. She denies any thoughts of harming herself or the baby. Based on these findings, which of the following is the most appropriate response by the nurse?