A patient asks about monthly paliperidone injections. What is the MOST accurate explanation by the nurse?

A method of loss trending that assumes a fixed percentage increase or decrease for each time period is

A nurse builds a therapeutic alliance with a patient experiencing paranoid delusions. Which interventions are most appropriate? (Select all that apply.)

A teen with a history of self-harm presents with new, deep lacerations to the forearm and states “I’m fine now. I was just upset.” What is the PRIORITY nursing action?

Which of the following statements about the debate between federal and state regulation of insurance is (are) true? Proponents of federal regulation suggest that federal regulation would be a more cost-effective. Proponents of state regulation suggest that states are better positioned to address situations that are unique to a particular state.

A grieving patient who recently lost a child says, “I’m to blame for everything and can’t go on.” What is the nurse’s best interpretation of the patient’s behavior?

A nurse is caring for a client with Alzheimer’s disease. The client frequently forgets where they are and becomes agitated when unable to recall specific information. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote the client’s safety and well-being?

A nurse is caring for a patient who has a history of alcohol use disorder and is experiencing symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. The patient presents with tremors, increased heart rate, anxiety, and diaphoresis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize in the care of this patient?

A nurse is caring for a patient who recently had a stroke. The nurse knows that patients who have had a stroke are at an increased risk of developing a specific type of dementia. Which type of dementia is most commonly associated with a history of stroke?

A nurse is educating a family member of a patient with Alzheimer’s disease about the role of medications in managing the disorder. Which of the following statements made by the family member indicates a need for further teaching?