A nurse is caring for a child with ADHD who cannot tolerate stimulant medications. Which of the following non-stimulant medications may be prescribed?
A psychiatric nurse is using therapeutic communication techn…
A psychiatric nurse is using therapeutic communication techniques with a client. Which of the following is an example of therapeutic communication?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of nursing…
Which of the following best describes the purpose of nursing standards of care in mental health practice?
A client receiving a first-generation antipsychotic presents…
A client receiving a first-generation antipsychotic presents with muscle stiffness, tremors, and restlessness. Which condition is the client most likely experiencing?
During a psychiatric assessment, a nurse notices that a clie…
During a psychiatric assessment, a nurse notices that a client is avoiding eye contact and has crossed arms. How should the nurse interpret this non-verbal communication?
A post-op patient suddenly develops tachypnea, chest pain, a…
A post-op patient suddenly develops tachypnea, chest pain, and hemoptysis. What is the nurse’s priority action?
A patient with chronic vertigo is at risk for falls. Which n…
A patient with chronic vertigo is at risk for falls. Which nursing action is most appropriate?
A nurse is educating a patient on preventing the spread of b…
A nurse is educating a patient on preventing the spread of bacterial conjunctivitis. Which statement indicates correct understanding?
A patient with untreated chronic otitis media reports new-on…
A patient with untreated chronic otitis media reports new-onset facial weakness and persistent ear drainage. What complication should the nurse suspect?
The nurse witnesses a patient collapse and become unresponsi…
The nurse witnesses a patient collapse and become unresponsive. The pulse is absent. What is the correct sequence for BLS in an adult?