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mikaylakyoung

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A client with a history of schizophrenia is being treated with olanzapine (Zyprexa). The nurse consequently prioritizes assessments related to what?
 
  A) Topical and systemic infections
  B) Seizures
  C) Depression
  D) Metabolic syndrome

Question 2

Robinul, an atropine-like medication, is given prior to ECT. Which of the following statements by the client would indicate that the medication is taking effect?
 
  A) I am feeling really calm and ready to fall asleep.
  B) My mouth feels so dry.
  C) I think I need to use the bathroom.
  D) I can feel my legs and feet tingling.



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
The use of olanzapine (Zyprexa) is associated with the development of metabolic syndrome (hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, and abdominal obesity).

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Robinul is administered prior to ECT to reduce oral secretions, and therefore the client's mouth would feel dry. Robinul would neither calm the client nor result in increased urination or tingling of legs/feet.



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