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ETearle · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Which medication would the nurse expect to include in a care plan for an adolescent with a history of conduct disorder and violent behaviors?

a. Antianxiety agents
b. Antipsychotic medications
c. Antihistamine medications
d. Antidepressant medications

Question 2

Which intervention should a nurse select to help a patient cope more effectively with chronic pain disorder?

a. Mild opioids
b. Benzodiazepines
c. Relaxation techniques
d. Response prevention

JYan · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Antipsychotics are most often used for rage and violent self-directed or other-directed behaviors in adolescents. Antianxiety agents probably would be avoided for this group of patients. Antidepressants and antihistamines are not specific for violent and raging behaviors.

Answer to Question 2

C
The intervention selected will be one that can be used over the long term. Relaxation training, which helps the patient control tension and anxiety and thereby reduce pain, can be an effective long-term strategy. Benzodiazepines and opioids produce dependency and are not useful for long-term management. Response prevention rarely is used to treat chronic pain.