The nurse assesses a patient who abuses large quantities of amphetamines. Assessment findings are likely to be similar to which psychiatric disorder?
a. Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome
b. Bipolar disorder, manic phase
c. Generalized anxiety disorder
d. Paranoid schizophrenia
Question 2
A soldier returned home last year after deployment to a war zone
The soldier's spouse reports, We had planned to start a family right away, but now he won't talk about it. He won't even look at children. I wonder if we're going to make it as a couple. Select the nurse's best response.
a. PTSD often changes a person's sexual functioning.
b. I encourage you to continue to participate in social activities where children are present.
c. Have you talked with your spouse about these reactions? Sometimes we just need to confront behavior.
d. PTSD often strains relationships. Here are some community resources for help.
Nursing history for female genetalia and reproductive tract assessment
Patient teaching: male genetalia assessment
Positioning the Patient in the Prone Position
The correct beginning position for the patient’s feet and crutches (tripod position).