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

Author Question: The client is due to be started on Prozac. What changes in the client's bodily functioning should ... (Read 37 times)

jlmhmf

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 552
on: Jul 23, 2018
The client is due to be started on Prozac. What changes in the client's bodily functioning should the nurse anticipate?
 
  a. Daytime drowsiness
  b. Increased sodium level
  c. ECG changes
  d. Thyroid dysfunction

Question 2

The client is a 10 year old who is being considered for lithium therapy. What should the nurse recognize as a priority in this decision?
 
  a. The normal adult dosage should be halved for this client.
  b. Lithium is contraindicated for a client this age.
  c. The standard dosage of lithium can be administered.
  d. The pediatric dosage must be clarified with the pharmacist.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Swizqar

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 357
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
ECG changes can occur when the client is treated with Prozac.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Lithium should not be given to a client younger than 12 years.


jlmhmf

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 552
Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
TY


Swizqar

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 357
Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
You're welcome


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Fungal nail infections account for up to 30% of all skin infections. They affect 5% of the general population—mostly people over the age of 70.

Did you know?

The top five reasons that children stay home from school are as follows: colds, stomach flu (gastroenteritis), ear infection (otitis media), pink eye (conjunctivitis), and sore throat.

Did you know?

People with alcoholism are at a much greater risk of malnutrition than are other people and usually exhibit low levels of most vitamins (especially folic acid). This is because alcohol often takes the place of 50% of their daily intake of calories, with little nutritional value contained in it.

Did you know?

An identified risk factor for osteoporosis is the intake of excessive amounts of vitamin A. Dietary intake of approximately double the recommended daily amount of vitamin A, by women, has been shown to reduce bone mineral density and increase the chances for hip fractures compared with women who consumed the recommended daily amount (or less) of vitamin A.

Did you know?

Alcohol acts as a diuretic. Eight ounces of water is needed to metabolize just 1 ounce of alcohol.

The postoperative client supports an incision with a folded pillow when taking a deep breath and cou The postoperative client supports an incision with a folded pillow when taking a deep breath and cou
To reduce stress on your client’s neck when the head is turned, put a towel under the shoulder and ... To reduce stress on your client’s neck when the head is turned, put a towel under the shoulder and ...
Review in Changes in Eight Different Domains of Adult Functioning Review in Changes in Eight Different Domains of Adult Functioning
Removing the sheet from underneath the client. Removing the sheet from underneath the client.
Client’s view with visual field loss Client’s view with visual field loss
Nancy borrowed $8000 from her grandfather to buy a car when she started college. The interest ... Nancy borrowed $8000 from her grandfather to buy a car when she started college. The interest ...
Video: Leukemia

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library