Answer to Question 1
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Results will not be observed within 1 week.
Rationale 2: Results will not be observed within 2 to 3 days.
Rationale 3: Results will not be observed within 24 hours.
Rationale 4: It can take up to 2 or 3 weeks to observe results in the client.
Global Rationale: It can take up to 2 or 3 weeks to observe results in the client. The other time frames are not appropriate for the nurse to share with the client and family.
Answer to Question 2
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: The dosage of antiparkinson drugs is not increased, as symptoms can become worse with increased dosage.
Rationale 2: Extrapyramidal symptoms can be life threatening without intervention. The client should be transported immediately to the emergency department.
Rationale 3: Extrapyramidal symptoms can be life threatening without intervention. The client should not wait for an appointment with the health care provider.
Rationale 4: Diphenhydramine must be given parenterally for effective treatment.
Global Rationale: Extrapyramidal symptoms can be life threatening without intervention. The client should be transported immediately to the emergency department; it would not be appropriate to wait for an appointment with the health care provider. The dosage of antiparkinson drugs is not increased, as symptoms can become worse with increased dosage. Diphenhydramine must be given parenterally for effective treatment.
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