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Psychiatric Nursing-1465 Macomb Community College
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1A client is ordered 2.5 milligrams of Haloperidol. 5 milligram tablets are available. How many tablets will you give? 0.5 tablets
- Aa.1.5
- Bb. 0.5
- Cc. 2.5
- Aa.1.5
230. Which of the following laboratory tests should be monitored frequently to assess for a potential life-threatening adverse reaction to clozapine (Clozaril)?
- Aa. Renal Panel
- Bb. complete Blood Count
- Cc. Liver function tests
- Dd. Imunogloblin levels
3A client is ordered 1 milligram of Diazepam. 2 milligram tablets are available. How many tablets will you give?
- Aa. 2
- Bb. 0.5
- Cc. 1.5
- Dd. 1
4 Clozapine compared to other antipsychotic drugs produces fewer side effects. Which of the following is considered as the fatal side effect of clozapine?
- Aa. thrombocytopenia
- Bb. agranulocytosis
- Cc.leukocytosis
- Dd. hematoma
5A client admitted to an in-patient psychiatric unit following a manic episode is prescribed
Lithium Carbonate (Lithium) 300 mg bid. Which serum Lithium levels would
the nurse expect on discharge?
- Aa. 1.4 mEq/L
- Bb. 0.9 mEq/L
- Cc. 2.0 mEq/L
- Dd. 1.5 mEq/L
6Brandy was admitted to the "Behavioral Unit" with manic episodes and taking Lithium. Which electrolyte level should the nurse check before administering this medication?
- Aa. Chloride
- Bb. Blood Gases
- Cc. Sodium
- Dd. All of the above
7Katherine with chronic schizophrenia takes neuroleptic medication is admitted to the psychiatric unit. Nursing assessment reveals rigidity, fever, hypertension, and diaphoresis.
These findings suggest which life threatening reaction:
- Aa.Dystonia
- Bb. Tardive Dyskinesia
- Cc.Akathisia
- Dd. neuroleptic malignant syndrome
8Which information is most important for student nurse Jochin to include in a teaching plan for a male schizophrenic client taking clozapine (Clozaril)?
- Aa. monitor blood pressure for hypertension
- Bb. stop the medication when symptoms subside
- Cc. report a sore throat or fever immediately to the doctor
- Dd. annual blood tests are required
9Mr. Zamboni is taking monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressant Isocarboxazid (Marplan). Student nurse Matt engaged in health teaching should
instruct him to avoid which foods and beverages?
- Aa. age cheese and red wine
- Bb. milk and cereals
- Cc. fruit juices and carbonated drinks
- Dd. lean meats and green vegetables
10The psychiatric nurse administers alprazolam (Xanax) to a client. This medication is ordered for the client because it enhances the actions of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA, which decreases brain activity). The nurse administers this medication knowing that GABA levels may play a significant role in:
- Aa.schizophrenia
- Bb. Panic Disorder
- Cc. Depression
- Dd. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms
11Psychiatric medications work by altering the way the brain produces, stores and releases :
- Aa. blood components
- Bb. Hormones
- Cc.neurotransmitters
- Dd. neuro brain stimulators
12The first medication choice for treating Bi-polar is Lithium:
- ARichtig
- BFalsch
13The newer antidepressant medications (i.e. Prozac, Celexia, Paxil, Zoloft,) have an influence on which of following neurotransmitters?
- Aa.dopamine
- Bb. histamine
- Cc. acetylcholine
- Dd. Serotonin
14When caring for a client receiving haloperidol (Haldol), the nurse would assess for which of the following?
- Aa. hypertensive crisis
- Bb.over sedation
- Cc. extrapyramidal symptoms
- Dd. hypersalivation
15Mr. Herndandez was admitted to the VA hospital mental health unit.. at onset he appeared alert but notably experiencing alcohol withdrawal symptoms
(i.e., tremors, nausea, vomiting, diaphoresis, psychomotor agitation-DSM-IV-TR)... Blood pressure is 192/89 mmhg and pulse over 100 bpm.
Which of the medications would the nurse expect to administer?
- Aa. Lorazepam
- Bb. Narcan
- Cc. Cogentin
- Dd. Haldol
16Maria is taking fluoxetine hydrochloride (Prozac) for treatment of depression. She asks the nurse when should she expect the maximum therapeutic effect,
the student nurse's best response is may occur in the:
- Aa. first 3 days
- Bb. week three
- Cc. 10 to 14 days
- Dd. week five
17Xanax (Alprazolam) 2.5 mg PO oral solution. Available: Xanax oral solution 1mg/1ml. How many mls would you give?
- Aa. 0.5cc
- Bb. 1.5 ml
- Cc. 0.8 ml
- Dd.2.5 cc
18Student nurse Danicee is caring for a client who is experiencing extrapyramidal side effects (EPS) of an antipsychotic medication.
Which medication is most likely to be prescribed to treat her symptoms?
- Aa. Elavil
- Bb. Cogentin
- Cc. Valium
- Dd. Haldol
19 student nurse Roberto is assessing a client who has a diagnosis of schizophrenia and takes an antipsychotic agent daily.
Which finding requires further nursing assessment?
- Aa. excess salivation
- Bb. respirations of 18 bpm
- Cc. temperature of 101 Fahrenheit
- Dd. weight gain of 10 pounds in one month
20Lithium 300 mg PO TID. What is this patient's total daily dose?
- A300 mg
- B900 mg
- C600 mg
- D3 tabs
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- Complete the online basis math test which consists of 20 multiple-choice, True & False questions. The test is timed to 60 minutes and must be completed on an individual basis. Upon completion, print and keep a copy of your results in your clinical portfolio for final evaluation.
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