A nurse is administering medications to a client. A health-care provider has ordered bupropion (Wellbutrin XL) to increase the client's brain levels of dopamine and norepinephrine.
The nurse administers the medication with the understanding that a decrease in norepinephrine may play a significant role in:
A) Bipolar disorder.
B) Schizophrenia.
C) Anxiety disorders.
D) Depression.
Question 2
An appropriate short-term goal for a withdrawn, isolated patient diagnosed with schizophrenia is, The patient will:
a. participate in all therapeutic activities..
b. define major barriers to communication..
c. talk about feelings of withdrawal in group..
d. consistently interact with an assigned nurse..
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