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

Author Question: A teen is brought to the emergency department by a parent. The nursing assessment reveals that the ... (Read 60 times)

Mr. Wonderful

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 866
on: Jul 19, 2018
A teen is brought to the emergency department by a parent. The nursing assessment reveals that the patient has been acting strangely for the past three hours and is hypervigilant, grandiose, and irritable.
 
  Vital signs reveal hypertension, tachycardia, and some arrhythmias. Which substance does the nurse suspect that the teen has been using?
  1. Alcohol
  2. Marijuana
  3. Heroin
  4. Amphetamines

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who is an intravenous drug user. The nurse anticipates the need for assessment for which cardiac complication?
 
  1. Cardiac tamponade
  2. Myocardial infarction
  3. Congestive heart failure
  4. Infective endocarditis


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Amiracle

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 334
Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4
Explanation: Amphetamine intoxication includes symptoms of hypervigilance, grandiosity, and irritability. Marijuana intoxication manifests in euphoria and relaxation and does not typically cause hypertension, tachycardia, or arrhythmias. Heroin intoxication causes decreased respiratory rate and depth and bradycardia, not tachycardia. Alcohol intoxication may manifest in relaxed euphoria, lack of concentration, and decreased inhibitions.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4
Explanation: A relatively uncommon disease in the general population, infective endocarditis involves an infection of the interior surface of the heart, usually stemming from bacteria in the bloodstream. These infections then lead to destruction of cardiac tissue, causing irreparable damage to the valves of the heart and symptoms consistent with both systemic infection and cardiac dysfunction. Patients who abuse drugs by injection are at greatest risk for developing infective endocarditis. Cardiac tamponade, congestive heart failure, and myocardial infarction may occur in intravenous drug users; however, these individuals are at greatest risk for developing infective endocarditis.


Mr. Wonderful

  • Member
  • Posts: 866
Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Excellent

samiel-sayed

  • Member
  • Posts: 337
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Asthma occurs in one in 11 children and in one in 12 adults. African Americans and Latinos have a higher risk for developing asthma than other groups.

Did you know?

There are actually 60 minerals, 16 vitamins, 12 essential amino acids, and three essential fatty acids that your body needs every day.

Did you know?

Though the United States has largely rejected the metric system, it is used for currency, as in 100 pennies = 1 dollar. Previously, the British currency system was used, with measurements such as 12 pence to the shilling, and 20 shillings to the pound.

Did you know?

The B-complex vitamins and vitamin C are not stored in the body and must be replaced each day.

Did you know?

Amoebae are the simplest type of protozoans, and are characterized by a feeding and dividing trophozoite stage that moves by temporary extensions called pseudopodia or false feet.

Tongue Assessment Tongue Assessment
GOALS OF THEORETICAL NURSING MODELS GOALS OF THEORETICAL NURSING MODELS
Effects of nursing rounds on patient safety Effects of nursing rounds on patient safety
Patient teaching: ear assessment Patient teaching: ear assessment
Equipment Used During the Physical Assessment Equipment Used During the Physical Assessment
Lone-parent household income and the degree of vulnerability Lone-parent household income and the degree of vulnerability
Video: Darwin's Observation (Fossils, Galapagos Islands & Africa ) and Natural Selection (Adaptive Traits)

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library