NUR 180 Concepts of Mental Health Nursing for the Practical Nurse
Exam 2
Question:
New patient admitted on mental health unit. They have panic/anxiety disorder. What would be some interventions to help decrease the patient's anxiety? (SATA)
Answer:
Administering anti-anxiety medication (end in PAM!) find therapy that reduces stress such as aromatherapy, cognitive therapy, help them identify their strengths and weaknesses.
Question:
What symptoms to look for in substance abuse? (SATA)
Answer:
Rapid changes in mood and demeanor, Neglect and personal hygiene, continues to use despite negative consequences.
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Question:
Substance abuse, and you are planning group therapy. What would you want to base group therapy on? (SATA)
Answer:
Isolation from your job or relationships, missing a lot of work, Increase in accidents
Question:
Clonazepam-teaching patient,
Answer:
Dr. may order lab to test liver function
Question:
Clonazepam, what information would you give to the patient?
Answer:
Prescribed as needed basis, not on regular schedule.
Question:
PTSD is elevated and normally takes alprazolam (Xanax). They can get it PRN. What would you do?
Answer:
Monitor for jaundice and sore throat-give meds 2 / 3
Question:
Administering Buspar (buspirone-not a controlled medication) Which intervention would you take when giving this medication?
Answer:
Monitor for dizziness
Question:
Generalized anxiety disorder. What would you ask the patient?
Answer:
Do you find it difficult to control your anxiety?
Question:
Patient is sweating, having hard time breathing, has numbness, and has pins and needles through the body. Which medication would you want to give this patient?
Answer:
Lorazepam
Question:
Patient who has constricted pupils, euphoria, respiratory depression, and drowsiness. Which would you treat first?
Answer:
Respiratory Depression
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