A nurse is talking with the partner of a client diagnosed with alzheimer disease. During the conversation, the partner tells the nurse that the client “often begins to scream and curse for no apparent reason.” Which behavior does the nurse interpret this as?

The newly hired nurse at Point Loma Medical Center is assessing a client who abuses cocaine. The nurse would observe for evidence of which withdrawal symptoms?

An intoxicated client was admitted for emergency surgery last night at 0200. When should the post-op nurse expect to be alert for withdrawal symptoms?

J.T. is muttering to himself in the hallway, is breathing rapidly, and doesn’t respond when you (the RN) try to talk to him. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?

A client with bipolar disorder has been taking lithium, and today the client’s serum lithium level is 0.7 mEq/L. What effects would the nurse expect to see?

Evaluate the function.Find f(-4) when f(x) = x2 – 5x + 5

Carbon atom.jpg This has the name it has because there are 6 of the _____ particles.

Which of the following interventions should the nurse select for a child who has spina bifida?

The nurse observes that a preterm infant has a pulse rate of 96 and a pulse oximetry reading of 89%.  The first action of the nurse should be:

A nurse is preparing to administer methylergonovine IM for a client who had a vaginal delivery earlier that day. The nurse should explain to the client that this medication will help prevent which of the following?