A nurse is meeting with a 14-year-old client diagnosed with ADHD. The client and their parent express a desire to discontinue the current medication regimen due to unpleasant side effects. Which of the following responses by the nurse demonstrates effective clinical judgment and advocacy for the client’s well-being?

A community mental health nurse is reviewing the medical record of a school-age child. Based on a comprehensive analysis, which of the following findings should the nurse identify as potential risk factors for the child to develop a psychiatric disorder? Select all that apply.

28. Disease of a gland is called:

27. The branch of medicine concerned with the study of malignant growths is:

12. Where are the cervical lymph nodes located?

30. Inflammation of the inner lining of the heart, usually caused by bacteria, is called:

33. Which procedure involves insertion of a device to hold open a vessel and is usually performed after vascular surgery?

34. Which medical condition involves collection of air in the pleural cavity, causing the lung to collapse?

8. What virus causes suppression of the immune system and leads to AIDS?

You are caring for a patient who was recently diagnosed with high cholesterol. In addition to a statin medication, the nurse understands which additional medication may be prescribed to reduce the risk of a stroke for this patient?