Answer to Question 1
Answer: A
There are many abnormalities of the central nervous system in a client with schizophrenia. Reduced blood flow to the thalamus interferes with the brain's filter, turning the normal flow of sensory information into an overload. A decreased number of nicotinic receptors in the hippocampus makes it harder for the client with schizophrenia to form new memories and interpret sensory stimuli. Genetics seem to factor into the cause of the disease, as familial patterns of the disease are noted. In the client with schizophrenia, the ventricle and sulci of the brain are increased in size.
Answer to Question 2
Answer: B
Among the therapeutic effects of risperidone (Risperdal) is the remission of a range of psychotic symptoms that include delusions, paranoia, auditory hallucinations, and irrational behavior. A client stating he feels better and is ready to go home, stating he will go to group therapy, or stating he will not skip breakfast does not indicate the remission of any psychotic symptoms.
B, The nurse teaches the postoperative client to use an incentive spirometer to expand the lungs.
A client is having an endoscopy performed by a physician who views the upper gastrointestinal intern
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