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james0929

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When assessing a client diagnosed with Tourette's disorder, it would be most important for the nurse to assess for which of the following?
 
  A) Inattention to detail
  B) Verbal outbursts
  C) Willful defiance of rules
  D) Somatic complaints

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a child diagnosed with oppositional-defiant disorder. The nurse would expect which priority nursing diagnosis in the care plan?
 
  A) Altered growth and development, related to genetic factors
  B) Risk for injury, related to neurologic deficits
  C) Noncompliance, related to low frustration level
  D) Sleep pattern disturbance, related to fear of separation



voltaire123

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C



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