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A nurse working in a community health agency wishes to implement a primary preventive program in mental health for the elderly. Which action should occur first?
 
  a. Elaboration of specific preventive strategies
  b. Identification of stressors that precipitate maladaptive responses
  c. Application of selected nursing interventions to enhance adaptation
  d. Determination of the effectiveness of the existing nursing activities

Question 2

Drugs classified as stimulants include all EXCEPT which of the following?
 
  a. amphetamines
  b. crack
  c. phencyclidine
  d. marijuana



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Answer to Question 1

B
Assessment is the first phase of the nursing process.

Answer to Question 2

D
Marijuana is not classified as a stimulant. However, amphetamines, crack, and phencyclidine are classified as stimulants.



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