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gbarreiro

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A newly admitted psychiatric patient repetitively states, I wish I were dead. I just want to kill myself. The priority nursing at this time is to
 
  a. establish a trusting relationship.
  b. encourage a nonstimulating environment.
  c. provide for patient safety.
  d. identify signs of increased anxiety.

Question 2

Which substance(s) may increase the toxic effects of benzodiazepines? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Alcohol
  b. Antihistamines
  c. Analgesics
  d. Sedatives
  e. Vitamins
  f. Hypnotics



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
If the patient has suicidal ideas, intervention to provide patient safety is the priority nursing action. Although establishing a trusting relationship should occur, safety is the nursing priority. Once safety is established, support and reassurance may be provided. A nonstimulating environment should be encouraged once safety is established. Once patient safety is established signs of increased anxiety can be identified.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D, F
Alcohol, antihistamines, analgesics, sedatives, and hypnotics may cause excessive sedation and impaired psychomotor function when taken concurrently with benzodiazepines. Vitamins do not cause excessive sedation and impaired psychomotor function when taken concurrently with benzodiazepines.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


Dominic

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

 

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