Author Question: Because of the risk of postural hypotension, the client on clozapine (Clozaril) should be taught ... (Read 78 times)

arivle123 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Because of the risk of postural hypotension, the client on clozapine (Clozaril) should be taught which of the following?

1. To wear sunscreen if going outdoors
2. To rise slowly from a lying position
3. To check for involuntary movements of the mouth
4. To have weekly blood work

Question 2

A teen is brought to the emergency room by a parent. The assessment reveals that the client has been acting strangely for the past three hours and is hypervigilant, grandiose, and irritable.

Vital signs indicate hypertension, tachycardia, and some arrhythmias. The teen may have ingested: 1. Alcohol.
2. Crack.
3. Cocaine.
4. Amphetamines.

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

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Antipsychotic medications have a risk for postural hypotension that could lead to a fall if the client rises too quickly. Wearing a sunscreen is necessary due to photosensitivity, not hypotension. Blood work checks for agranulocytosis. Mouth movements are not caused by hypotension.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: Amphetamine intoxication includes symptoms of hypervigilance, grandiosity, and irritability. Crack and cocaine are the same drug in different forms. Their effects are the same as amphetamines, but are shorter acting. Alcohol intoxication includes a relaxed euphoria, lack of concentration, and decreased inhibitions.