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Haya94

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on: Jul 19, 2018
In preparation for client discharge, a nurse is evaluating whether a client has achieved all documented, expected outcomes. Which statements are accurate regarding outcomes? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Expected outcomes are specifically formulated by nurses.
  B) Expected outcomes are derived from the nursing diagnosis.
  C) Expected outcomes must be measurable and must estimate a time for attainment.
  D) Expected outcomes must be realistic for the client's capabilities.

Question 2

Amelia is diagnosed with bipolar disorder. During the course of treatment, she is discontinued from an antidepressant medication.
 
  The advanced practice nurse working with Amelia knows that in some individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder, discontinuation of antidepressants may lead to: a. complete remission of symptoms
  b. suppression of cortisol
  c. hypothyroidism
  d. mania


ryansturges

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B, C, D

Answer to Question 2

D
Discontinuation of antidepressants may lead to mania in some individuals. Some neurophysiologists have evoked the concept of kindling to explain aspects of the course of bipolar disorder, especially the switch process from depression to mania.


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