Author Question: The nurse administers a medication that potentiates the action of GABA. Which effect would be ... (Read 86 times)

jho37 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The nurse administers a medication that potentiates the action of GABA. Which effect would be expected?

a. Reduced anxiety
b. Improved memory
c. More organized thinking
d. Fewer sensory perceptual alterations

Question 2

When the nursing care plan for a client with a mental health disorder is developed, what is the most likely reason that interventions are ineffective and goals are not met?

a. The client sees his goals as less important.
b. The client's family is not supportive.
c. The client's disorder is difficult to treat.
d. The client's medications are being adjusted.

TINA · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Increased levels of GABA reduce anxiety. Acetylcholine and substance P are associated with memory enhancement. Thought disorganization is associated with dopamine. GABA is not associated with sensory perceptual alterations.

Answer to Question 2

A
Unrealistic goals set the client up for failure. Even the best interventions will not be successful in this circumstance. The nurse must be sure to accurately assess the client's life situation when working with the client to set realistic goals. The other options must be considered when a care plan is being developed, but if taken into consideration, they do not hinder the outcome as much as the client not seeing importance in his goals. Therapeutic actions will have greater results if goals are as important to the client.