N212: Health Differences Across the Life Span 2

Health Differences Across the Lifespan 2 Study Guide 85. Joey Morganstein has been taking his antidepressant medications regularly. Which finding is most indicative that the medications are effective? a. The number of suicide threats he makes between therapy sessions hasdecreased. b. His overall mood seems to be improved. c. His self-talk is more positive. d. He takes a more active part in therapy sessions. 86. Denise Anderson had a thyroidectomy and is now 12 hours post-op. At this point, the most critical symptom to observe for is: a. Laryngeal nerve trauma b. Atelectasis c. Respiratory distress d. Hypocalcemia 87. Mr. Feldman has been put on a therapeutic regimen of chlorpromazine hydrochloride (Thorazine). He and his family should be instructed to observe him carefully for which common side effect? a. Extrapyramidal symptoms b. Hypertension c. Increased skin sensitivity to sun exposure d. Tardive dyskinesia 88. Bulimic patients most commonly: a. Eat only specific foods in very small quantities b. Maintain an abnormally low caloric intake c. Eat abnormally large quantities of high calorie foods d. Eat only when alone 89. As a new graduate nurse, Beverly Thompson wants to do everything she can to become the best psychiatric nurse possible. You should tell her that for her patient's sake, this skill is most important for her to develop: a. ©2017 Achieve Test Prep Page 131 of 140 Communication skills b. Technical expertise c. Planning skills d. A broad knowledge base