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Chloeellawright

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Following the admission interview, a spouse of a patient asks the nurse, Why did you ask my partner all those questions? Some of them had nothing to do with current problems. The nurse's best response is, Those questions help us understand
 
  a. the patient's current status.
  b. the complete family history.
  c. the patient's past experiences.
  d. what the patient's prognosis will be.

Question 2

A patient who takes a traditional antipsychotic medication says, I feel shaky and very warm. The patient is diaphoretic. What is the nurse's best first action?
 
  a. Take the patient's vital signs.
  b. Position the patient in the semi-Fowler's position.
  c. Begin oxygen by nasal cannula at 2 L/min.
  d. Place the patient on one-to-one supervision.


morrie123456

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

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The mental status examination (MSE) is designed to provide information about the patient's current level of functioning. Other specific information might be obtained that contributes to the overall picture. The MSE does not provide information relating to the other options.

Answer to Question 2

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The signs and symptoms suggest that the patient might be experiencing NMS. The first action would be to check vital signs. NMS produces elevated temperature, blood pressure fluctuations, and irregular heart rate in addition to muscle rigidity and altered levels of consciousness.


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Chloeellawright

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Reply #2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jul 19, 2018
No problemo


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