Mr. G is called Gloomy Gus by his family, as he always sees the ...

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Mr. G is called Gloomy Gus by his family, as he always sees the dark side of things. He has even threatened several times to kill himself, although he has not followed through on the threats.
 
  Lately, he seems preoccupied and has accidentally taken an overdose of a medication. He has just threatened suicide again. What should the nurse be sure that the family understand is important? A) Encourage him to find a psychoanalyst.
  B) Make sure he gets immediate attention by a psychiatrist.
  C) Ignore his crying wolf again.
  D) Remind him of his many blessings.

Question 2

A patient has been admitted to the surgical unit from postanesthetic recovery and begun on a morphine patient-controlled analgesic (PCA) pump. What teaching point should the nurse who is performing this action provide to the patient?
 
  A) It's important that you not push the button twice in rapid succession, so that you avoid giving yourself a double dose.
  B) Try to use the deep-breathing techniques that you were taught before you resort to using your PCA.
  C) Don't hesitate to use you PCA when you first feel mild pain or when you anticipate you're going to have pain.
  D) Please ring your call bell to check with your nurse before you push your PCA button so you can be assessed first.

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Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
Mr. G's call for help should not be ignored. Gus needs immediate attention, as it is possible he will actually try to kill himself. A psychoanalyst or other professional may be able to help him after his immediate safety is ensured. A person with depression is not helped by anyone asking him to cheer up.

Answer to Question 2

C