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genevieve1028 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The nurse is caring for a client with chronic pain due to arthritis. A priority nursing assessment for this client is for symptoms of:

A) Grief.
B) Panic disorder.
C) Bulimia.
D) Depression.

Question 2

A client who is taking paroxetine (Paxil) reports to the nurse that he has been nauseated since beginning the medication. Which of the following actions is indicated initially?

A) Instruct the client to stop the medication for a few days to see if the nausea goes away.
B) Reassure the client that this is an expected side effect that will improve with time.
C) Suggest that the client take the medication with food.
D) Tell the client to contact the physician for a change in medication.

tashiedavis420 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback: Taking Paxil with food usually eliminates nausea. There is a delayed therapeutic response to antidepressants. The client should not stop taking the drug.