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schs14 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

An adolescent is brought to the emergency department by her parents because they were concerned about their daughter's appearance. The client appears emaciated and pale.

The parents tell the nurse that the client has been diagnosed with anorexia nervosa. A history and physical examination and laboratory testing are completed. Which of the following would lead the nurse to suspect that the client will be admitted to the hospital? Select all that apply.
A) Blood pressure of 110/60 mm Hg
B) Elevated serum potassium level
C) Decreased serum magnesium level
D) Heart rate of 40 beats/min
E) Statements of being hopeless

Question 2

Which nursing statement reflects a common characteristic of a client diagnosed with paranoid personality disorder?

A. This client consistently criticizes care and has difficulty getting along with others.
B. This client is shy and fades into the background.
C. This client expects special treatment, and setting limits will be necessary.
D. This client is expressive during group and is very pleased with self.

lauravaras · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C, D, E

Answer to Question 2

A
A client diagnosed with paranoid personality disorder has a pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of others. Anticipating humiliation and betrayal, the paranoid individual characteristically learns to attack first.