A patient has been taking the selective
serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) sertraline (Zoloft) for about 6 months. At a recent visit, she tells the nurse that she has been interested in herbal therapies and wants to start taking St. John's wort. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
a. That should be no problem.
b. Good idea Hopefully you'll be able to stop taking the Zoloft.
c. Be sure to stop taking the herb if you notice a change in side effects.
d. Taking St. John's wort with Zoloft may cause severe interactions and is not recommended.
Question 2
A patient with the diagnosis of schizophrenia is
hospitalized and is taking a phenothiazine drug. Which statement by this patient indicates that he is experiencing a common adverse effect of phenothiazines?
a. I can't sleep at night.
b. I feel hungry all the time.
c. Look at how red my hands are.
d. My mouth has been so dry lately.
Nurses possess a wide variety of experiences which they take into each patient encounter.
Biosynthesis of Serotonin (5-Hydroxytryptamine, or 5-HT)
Sample new patient registration form.
ROM exercises on a patient’s wrist: extension.
Instructing a Patient to Use Crutches Correctly