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S/S of dementia Answer- Memory LAPSE: Memory Language Attention Perceptual (motor) Social cognition Executive function Treatment for dementia Answer- Aricept, Namenda, Exelon patch What are diagnostic tools for dementia? Answer- MMSE, MRI SIGECAPS Answer- S - sleep I - interest deficit G - guilt E - energy C - concentration A - appetite P - psychomotor retardation S - suicidality If a patient has less than 5 symptoms of depression, but are in a period of depression, what c...

Final Exam: NUR571/ NUR 571 Complete Review (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Complex Diagnosis & Management in Acute Care |Questions and Verified Answers|100% Correct – Chamberlain Q: Challenges the providers Lack of familiarity with gender modification surg- eries Failure to use gender-neutral terms such as significant other, partner, personal pro- nouns, Lack of sensitivity when addressing sexual practices unique to the LGBTQ+ community, Lack of understanding of cultural behavior Patient...

NRNP 6665/ NRNP6665 WEEK 11 FINAL EXAM | Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct (2023/2024) Question 1. Which of the following statements is consistent with literature about the epidemiology of pyromania? A. Pyromania is more frequently seen in men rather than women. B. Most patients who set fires can be classified as having pyromania. C. More than 40 percent of people with pyromania are younger than 18 years of age. D. A and C Question 2. A person erroneously believes they...

Exam 2: NR224/ NR 224 (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Fundamentals Skills Exam Prep| Questions and Verified Answers - Chamberlain QUESTION 1. A patient is scheduled to have an intravenous pyelogram (IVP) the next morning. Which nursing measures should be implemented before the test? (Select all that apply.) 1. Ask the patient about any allergies and reactions. 2. Instruct the patient that a full bladder is required for the test. 3. Instruct the patient to save all urine in a special c...

ATI Capstone Mental Health Assessment (NEW 2023) With 100% Verified Answers. A nurse in an urgent-care clinic is caring for a school-age child who has several visible bruises. The child's parent states, "My partner got red today and came home angry. I don't think this will happen again." Which of the following responses should the nurse make? "I agree with you. I'm sure this will never happen again." "This is awful. You should le charges against your partner." "This is clearly chi...

A patient diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder has been taking a high-dose SSRI and is participating in therapy twice a week. He reports an inability to carry out responsibilities due to consistent interferences of his obsessions and compulsions. The PMHNP knows that the next step would be which of the following? Selected Answer: B. Decrease his SSRI and add an MAOI.  Question 2 0 out of 1 points Which statement best describes a pharmacological approach to treating patients ...

A 63-year-old man has a 4-minute period of documented expressive aphasia that completely resolved. A workup reveals 70% left internal carotid stenosis and a 50% right internal carotid stenosis. In addition to best medical management, which of the following is the most appropriate treatment? - A. Left CEA An 84-year-old woman has diabetes and congestive heart failure that is refractory to medical treatment. A right carotid bruit is detected on physical examination. A duplex study suggests a ...

CNA Practice Questions Prometric Questions And Answers 2024 Already Passed!! While watching the residents in the dining room, a nurse aide notices tht a resident is eating very little lunch. It is most important that the nurse aide... A. Check if the resident was snacking before the meal B. Ask if the resident would like something else to eat C. Remind the resident that dinner is several hours away D. Check when the resident last had a bowel movement - ANS-B A resident with dementia says,...

Final Exam: NR326/ NR 326 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Mental Health Nursing Exam| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Chamberlain Q: A nursing instructor is teaching about pharmacological treatments for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which information about atomoxetine (Strattera) should be included in the lesson plan? A. Strattera, unlike methylphenidate (Ritalin), is a central nervous system depressant. B. When taking Strattera, a client should eliminate all red food...

Progressive Care RN A v1 Exam 2024 Which of the following medications is MOST commonly indicated for patients with CHF? -Answer-Ace inhibitors A patient was involved in a motor vehicle accident and CAT scan results reveal a right sided SDH. What would be an expected neurological assessment finding in this patient? -Answer-Dilated right pupil What is the most common symptom of SIADH? -Answer-Fluid retention Upon arrival to the unit, you receive report on four PCU patients. Which patient sh...