This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: The nurse prepares to assess a patient diagnosed with major depression for disturbances in circadian ... (Read 26 times)

silviawilliams41

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 560
on: Jul 19, 2018
The nurse prepares to assess a patient diagnosed with major depression for disturbances in circadian rhythms. Which question should the nurse ask this patient?
 
  a. Have you ever seen or heard things that others do not?
  b. What are your worst and best times of the day?
  c. How would you describe your thinking?
  d. Do you think your memory is failing?

Question 2

The nurse administers a medication that potentiates the action of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). Which effect would be expected?
 
  a. Reduced anxiety
  b. Improved memory
  c. More organized thinking
  d. Fewer sensory perceptual alterations


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

hugthug12

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 329
Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Mood changes throughout the day may be related to circadian rhythm disturbances. Questions about sleep pattern are also relevant to circadian rhythms. The distracters apply to assessment for illusions and hallucinations, thought processes, and memory.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 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. See relationship to audience response question.


silviawilliams41

  • Member
  • Posts: 560
Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Gracias!

amynguyen1221

  • Member
  • Posts: 355
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Pink eye is a term that refers to conjunctivitis, which is inflammation of the thin, clear membrane (conjunctiva) over the white part of the eye (sclera). It may be triggered by a virus, bacteria, or foreign body in the eye. Antibiotic eye drops alleviate bacterial conjunctivitis, and antihistamine allergy pills or eye drops help control allergic conjunctivitis symptoms.

Did you know?

A serious new warning has been established for pregnant women against taking ACE inhibitors during pregnancy. In the study, the risk of major birth defects in children whose mothers took ACE inhibitors during the first trimester was nearly three times higher than in children whose mothers didn't take ACE inhibitors. Physicians can prescribe alternative medications for pregnant women who have symptoms of high blood pressure.

Did you know?

Drying your hands with a paper towel will reduce the bacterial count on your hands by 45–60%.

Did you know?

Congestive heart failure is a serious disorder that carries a reduced life expectancy. Heart failure is usually a chronic illness, and it may worsen with infection or other physical stressors.

Did you know?

Urine turns bright yellow if larger than normal amounts of certain substances are consumed; one of these substances is asparagus.

Major types of plant secondary metabolites Major types of plant secondary metabolites
Organ systems of the body with major functions. Organ systems of the body with major functions.
Anatomical position of major neck structures Anatomical position of major neck structures
Functional brain imaging is the major method of cognitive neuroscience. This image—taken from the ... Functional brain imaging is the major method of cognitive neuroscience. This image—taken from the ...
Major Structures of the Eye Major Structures of the Eye
depression depression
Video: Genetic distance between human groups

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library