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kellyjaisingh

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The client is experiencing a crisis. Using principles of crisis theory, what is the nurse's priority assessment?
 
  A) The client's social-interpersonal history
  B) The length of time since the event occurred
  C) The family history in relation to mental illness
  D) The client's perception of the situation

Question 2

The client overdosed on amitriptyline (Elavil). The nurse would expect to see which of the following symptoms? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Seizures
  B) Increased coronary blood flow
  C) Arrhythmia
  D) Hallucinations
  E) Agitation



beccamahon

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A, C, D, E



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