While completing the history portion of an admission assessment of a client with schizophrenia, the nurse notices that the client is continually moving in the chair and frequently stands, then sits back down.
The nurse knows that this client most likely is experiencing the side effect of: a. Drug-induced parkinsonism
b. Dystonia
c. Akathisia
d. Akinesia
Question 2
A patient was admitted after being brought to the hospital by police after a fight with a roommate. The patient told the nurse, My roommate cast a spell by looking at me intently, so I fought to protect myself.
The patient admits stopping prescribed antipsychotic medication a week ago when the prescription needed refill. Which outcome should the nurse working in a managed behavioral health inpatient unit select for this patient?
a. The patient will express feelings of self-control within 48 hours.
b. A trusting relationship with the nurse will be developed within 5 days.
c. A high level of ease with other patients will be reported within 1 week.
d. The patient will agree to placement in a new residence within 3 weeks.
A nurse adjusts the rate of a client’s IV.
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Comparison of assessment findings between SIADH and DI.
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(A) PET scan of a healthy patient. (B) PET scan of a patient with schizophrenia. This patient will ...
Clinician performing capillary refill assessment.