A male client taking citalopram complains of the following bothersome, but expected side effects related to anti-depressant use:  Select all that apply.

A client plans to go to the acupuncturist for complementary treatment of alcoholism. The client asks the nurse to explain how acupuncture works. What response by the nurse is most accurate? 

A hospice nurse who has become close to a terminally ill client is present in the home when the client dies and feels saddened and tearful as the family members begin to cry. What actions will the nurse take at this time?

A nurse is caring for a terminally ill client who is being transferred to hospice care. Which information regarding hospice care will the nurse include in the teaching plan? Select all that apply.

A young adult client with metastatic cancer, who is very close to death, appears restless. The client keeps repeating, “I’m not ready to die.” Which action is best for the nurse to take?

A 15 year-old, recently lost their parent in a plane crash. The client has begun to question their belief in religion. The client cries out, “No God would have let my parent die like that! I’m so angry I could scream!” What is the nurse’s priority intervention? 

The nurse in the outpatient clinic has a full appointment book. A Hispanic American client, scheduled for a 10:00 am appointment, arrives at the clinic at 12:30 pm. What understanding on the part of the nurse will lead to satisfactory planning?

The nurse is assessing the factors contributing to the well being of a newly admitted client. Which of the following will the nurse identify as having a positive impact on the individual’s mental health?

The nurse is caring for clients from several different cultural backgrounds. Which nursing actions are most appropriate? Select all that apply.

The nurse performs a preoperative assessment on a client before surgery. Which finding would require immediate follow-up by the nurse?