Nsg 322 Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NSG-322 Exam 1 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (2023/2024) (VERIFIED ANSWERS)

prototype for antipsychotic (trade/generic), treatment for schizophrenia - ANSWER-haldol/haloperidol how long does it take the typical antipsychotic drug to reach its therapeutic effect? - ANSWER-several days what would you say if a patient calls and states that the antipsychotic drug isn't working within the 1st couple of days? - ANSWER-keep taking it (they don't work right away) what should we inform the patient about antipsychotics concerning taking the prescription? - ANSWER-take ...

Exam 2: NSG322 / NSG 322 (Latest Update 2024 / 2025) Behavioral Health Nursing Exam | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - GCU Question: what is the lack of emotional concern about loss of neurological function? Answer: la belle indifference Question: factitious disorder imposed on self Answer: consciously pretends to be ill to meet emotional needs Question: complications of factitious disorder Answer: could inflict self-injury, such as sel...

Exam 1: NSG322 / NSG 322 (Latest Update 2024 / 2025) Behavioral Health Nursing Exam | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - GCU Question: nursing considerations for antidepressants Answer: 1. can increase suicidal thoughts in the first few weeks of treatment 2. they have a slow onset and must be tapered off 3. may cause weight gain and decreased BP Question: what is important to know about MAOI's and if the client wants to take an additional antidepressant ...

Exam 3: NSG322 / NSG 322 (Latest Update 2024 / 2025) Behavioral Health Nursing Exam | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - GCU Question: lithium important considerations Answer: do not take NSAIDs (acetaminophen is ok), no diuretics, maintain consistent fluid intake, take with meals, check thyroid and renal function consistently Question: how to help prevent relapse in bipolar patients Answer: avoid alcohol and caffeine (energy drinks), medication adherence...

Exam 3: NSG 322/ NSG322 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Behavioral Health Nursing Complete Guide | Qs & As | 100% Correct| Grade A (Verified Answers)- GCU Q: critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) Answer: tertiary intervention directed toward a group that has experienced a crisis; offers individuals a safe place to share thoughts to lessen the impact of the event, facilitate recovery and restore functioning Q: abuse and neglect is prevalent among Answer: all groups of peop...

Exam 3: NSG 322/ NSG322 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Behavioral Health Nursing Complete Review | Qs & As | 100% Correct| Grade A (Verified Answers)- GCU Q: What is Cyclothymic Disorder? Answer: Hypomania alternates with symptoms of mild to moderate depression for at least 2 years (adults). Rapid cycling is possible. Q: What is Hypomania? Answer: Low level, less dramatic mania. Euphoric, with increased functioning, usually accompanied by excessive activity and energy. ...

Exam 2: NSG 322/ NSG322 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Behavioral Health Nursing Complete Guide | Qs & As | 100% Correct| Grade A (Verified Answers)- GCU Q: symptoms of PTSD Answer: 1. re-experiencing symptoms 2. avoidance behavior 3. neg changes in cognition and mood 4. alt arousal and act Q: re-experiencing symptoms (PTSD) Answer: -Flashbacks -Bad dreams -Frightening thoughts. Q: avoidance behaviors Answer: -Staying away from places, events, or objects tha...