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Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing: Evidence-Based Concepts, Skills, and Practices

Wanda Mohr PhD RN FAAN

Chapter 16

Psychopharmacology - all with Video Answers

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Chapter Questions

Problem 1

After a nurse teaches a client and family about the use of psychoactive
medications, which of the following statements from family members
indicates successful teaching? a. "The drugs act primarily on specific target sites."
b. "The drugs help the symptom but may lead to other problems."
c. "The effects of drugs on other body systems are usually minimal."
d. "Drug therapy is highly effective in treating psychiatric problems."

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Problem 2

Which of the following would be most important for the nurse to do for a client who is beginning therapy with a TCA?
a. Have the client change positions slowly.
b. Assess for prompt elevation in mood.
c. Monitor for hypertensive crisis.
d. Anticipate the need for an antidiarrheal agent.

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Problem 3

After teaching a client who is prescribed phenelzine sulfate (Nardil) about dietary restrictions, which of the following client statements indicates the need for additional teaching?
a. "I'll have to stop using blue cheese salad dressing."
b. "I'll have a turkey sandwich instead of a salami sandwich for lunch."
c. "I'm going to have tacos with sour cream and guacamole tonight."
d. "I'll switch to drinking orange juice in the mornings with breakfast."

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Problem 4

Which of the following instructions would the nurse include in a teaching plan for a client who is receiving lithium?
a. "Avoid getting overheated when you're outside."
b. "Have your blood levels checked every 6 months."
c. "Limit your water intake to two to three glasses per day."
d. "Expect some weight loss with this drug."

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Problem 5

Which of the following would be most important for the nurse to monitor for in a client receiving clozapine (Clozaril)? a. Signs of TD
b. Refractory dysrhythmia
c. Decreased WBC count
d. Orthostatic hypotension

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