A client diagnosed with schizophrenia, paranoid type, was admitted to the hospital, and haloperidol (Haldol) was begun. The nurse would assess for neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) if the client had a:
1. 30 mm Hg decrease in blood pressure reading
2. Respiratory rate of 24 respirations per minute
3. Temperature reading of 104 F
4. Pulse rate of 70 beats per minute
Question 2
A client taking fluphenazine (Prolixin) complains of dry mouth and blurred vision. What would the nurse assess as the likely cause of these symptoms?
1. Decreased dopamine at receptor sites
2. Blockade of histamine
3. Cholinergic blockade
4. Adrenergic blocking
Pneumonia. This common lung inflammation may be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi and is often d
Coolant flow through the impeller and scroll of a coolant pump for a V-type engine.
Use face cradle covers to prevent the client’s skin from touching the face cradle upholstery.
Client and therapist positioning for foot reflexology.
Type of rocks
Testing client’s ability to identify sharp sensations