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jc611

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Which intervention has priority when a nurse suspects a staff member of providing pa-tient care while being impaired by alcohol or drugs?
 
  a. Asking the staff member to explain their suspicious behavior
  b. Adjust the staff member's assignment to minimize patient contact
  c. Providing the staff member with material regarding alcohol abuse and treatment
  d. Reporting the staff member's suspicious behavior to the nursing supervisor on duty

Question 2

If an individual is admitted with a diagnosis of Wernicke-Korsakoff's syndrome, the nurse would expect to assess:
 
  a. Peptic ulcer
  b. Vivid illusions
  c. Cognitive deficits
  d. Auditory hallucinations



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
It is a professional obligation to report suspected impaired practice. The remaining options do not have prior in this situation since the concern is patient safety.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Wernicke-Korsakoff's syndrome includes a severe form of amnesia and an inability to learn new skills which reflects a cognitive impairment. The other options are not associated with the syndrome.




jc611

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Excellent


cam1229

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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