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

Author Question: The nurse taking care of a patient with panic disorder understands that which nursing interventions ... (Read 105 times)

tingc95

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 556
on: Jul 19, 2018
The nurse taking care of a patient with panic disorder understands that which nursing interventions are important at this anxiety level?
 
  1. Speak in a low voice and help patient identify triggers.
  2. Encourage the patient to explore alternative coping strategies.
  3. Remain calm and assist patient with problem-solving techniques.
  4. Administer medications as prescribed and respect the need for personal space without leaving the patient unattended.

Question 2

The nurse taking care of an older adult patient recently diagnosed with anxiety disorder. The patient asks why the primary care provider is reluctant to prescribe an antianxiety medication.
 
  The nurse educates that patient about which possible adverse effect of antianxiety medications commonly seen in older adults?
  1. Dizziness
  2. Decreased libido
  3. Gastrointestinal distress
  4. Paradoxical reaction


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

ebe

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 320
Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4
Explanation: When taking care of a patient at the panic level of anxiety nursing interventions will include: remaining calm; staying with the patient; using clear, simple, and direct communication; helping the patient regain a sense of control; ensuring the safety of the patient and others; respecting the need for personal space, but not leaving the patient unattended; administering medications as prescribed; reinforcing reality; and getting assistance as needed.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4
Explanation: Special considerations should be given when administering antianxiety medication to older adults due to the slower rate of clearance secondary to a slow metabolism rate, increased accumulation, and/or greater sensitivity to central nervous system depressants. Older adults may exhibit a paradoxical effect in which the medication gives an opposite effect than the expected outcome. Dizziness, decreased libido, and gastrointestinal side effects may also be seen, but these are not side effects specific to older adults.


tingc95

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 556
Reply #2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Correct answers!


ebe

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 320
Reply #3 on: Jul 19, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

A cataract is a clouding of the eyes' natural lens. As we age, some clouding of the lens may occur. The first sign of a cataract is usually blurry vision. Although glasses and other visual aids may at first help a person with cataracts, surgery may become inevitable. Cataract surgery is very successful in restoring vision, and it is the most frequently performed surgery in the United States.

Did you know?

The cure for trichomoniasis is easy as long as the patient does not drink alcoholic beverages for 24 hours. Just a single dose of medication is needed to rid the body of the disease. However, without proper precautions, an individual may contract the disease repeatedly. In fact, most people develop trichomoniasis again within three months of their last treatment.

Did you know?

Asthma cases in Americans are about 75% higher today than they were in 1980.

Did you know?

The senior population grows every year. Seniors older than 65 years of age now comprise more than 13% of the total population. However, women outlive men. In the 85-and-over age group, there are only 45 men to every 100 women.

Did you know?

Stroke kills people from all ethnic backgrounds, but the people at highest risk for fatal strokes are: black men, black women, Asian men, white men, and white women.

Nursing diagnostic process Nursing diagnostic process
Position of patient to assess jugular vein distention Position of patient to assess jugular vein distention
Nursing history for breast assessment Nursing history for breast assessment
The correct beginning position for the patient’s feet and crutches (tripod position). The correct beginning position for the patient’s feet and crutches (tripod position).
Who Takes Care of the Children While the Mothers Are at Work? Who Takes Care of the Children While the Mothers Are at Work?
Patient with osteoarthritis. Patient with osteoarthritis.
Video: ADH and the arterioles, kidneys, sweat glands and the Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP)

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library