A client has been recently diagnosed with depression and has just begun medication management. Which of the client's following statements indicates an accurate understanding of this aspect of treatment?
A) I'm still trying to decide whether antidepressants will be helpful in my treatment.
B) I understand that I probably won't feel much better for a couple of weeks after I start the drugs.
C) I can tell that I get a lift each morning after I take my antidepressant.
D) I know that few people actually see an improvement in their mood with antidepressants, but I suppose I'll try anyhow.
Question 2
Which of the following sleep patterns is suggestive of a manic episode?
A) A client stays awake for several days and nights before crashing and sleeping for a long period.
B) A client experiences day-night reversal, sleeping until late in the afternoon, and going to bed near dawn.
C) A client reports having fitful sleep that is characterized by frequent awakenings and nightmares.
D) A client takes multiple short naps at varied times throughout the day and night.
Client on IV patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
A client is having an endoscopy performed by a physician who views the upper gastrointestinal intern
Nebulizer. The nebulizer converts a liquid medication to a mist that is easily inhaled. A face mask,
Using small, circular strokes, exfoliate the client’s neck and back.
Testing the Achilles tendon reflex with client in a supine position