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NUR 326 Psychology (Mental Health) Exam 1 with 100% solved answers

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has schizophrenia and is to begin taking haloperidol. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? A. "You may experience dizziness upon standing when taking this medication" B. "This medication will decrease your symptoms of OCD" C. "This medication may cause excess salivation" D. "You can stop taking the medication if the adverse effects are bothersome" - A- Haloperidol can cause orthos...

A suicidal patient is found by the nurse as he tries to hang himself from the shower in the bathroom. What nursing intervention would address the patient's need for safety while maintaining his self -esteem? a. Assign a staff member to remain with him at all times. b. Place him in the seclusion room with 15 minute checks c. Request that he remain with the patient group at all times. d. Tell him he may use the bathroom only with staff supervision. 1. The nursing student learned of a high school ...