Exam 4: NUR208 / NUR 208 (Latest
Update 2024 / 2025) Mental Health Nursing | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct - Fortis
Question:
what is fluoxetine (prozac)?
Answer:
anti depressant drug and considered the gold standard in treatment for bulimia
Question:
what are medical complications of bulimia?
Answer:
orthostatic changes in pulse rate and blood pressure sinus bradycardia cardiac dysrhythmias russell's sign (callus on knuckles from self induced vomiting) esophageal tears caused by self induced vomiting
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Question:
what is the priority when admitting someone with bulimia?
Answer:
medically stabilize cardiac function, electrolytes, and fluid balance
Question:
what is the most common substance use problem in the united states?
Answer:
alcohol
Question:
when do early symptoms of withdrawal appear ??
Answer:
withing 7 to 48 hours after cessation of alcohol intake and continue for 5 to 7 days
Question:
what are early symptoms of withdrawal from alcohol?
Answer:
vomiting tremors tachycardia 2 / 3
Question:
withdrawal reactions to alcohol and other CNS depressants are associated with?
Answer:
severe morbidity and mortality
Question:
what is the CIWA?
Answer:
Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol USED to determine if they need medication
Question:
what is naltrexone (Revia, Vicitrol)?
Answer:
reduces the desired pleasant feelings by blocking the release of endorphins related to alcohol/opioid intake. it also helps block drug cravings.
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