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sjones

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During the nursing assessment of an adult client, the nurse finds the client's beliefs and actions related to common health practices to be bizarre.. Which action would be most appropriate for the nurse to take at this time?
 
  A) Write a nursing diagnosis to address the bizarre beliefs and actions.
  B) Repeat the assessment later in the day.
  C) Inquire as to the culture with which the client identifies.
  D) Communicate the findings to the health care team.

Question 2

The nurse monitors body mass index and weight in clients taking second-generation antipsychotic medications because of the risk of which of the following side effects?
 
  A) Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
  B) Parkinsonism
  C) Metabolic syndrome
  D) QT prolongation



mcarey591

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

C



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