A nurse in an emergency department is assessing a client who…
A nurse in an emergency department is assessing a client who has a personality disorder and reports that they recently used illicit drugs. Which of the following screening tools should the nurse use to determine if the client has recently used an illicit substance?
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A schizophrenic client has an order for “ziprasidone 20 mg IM q4h prn for agitation with a maximum daily dose of 40 mg/day.” Administration times are documented in the medication record. Which times indicate safe medication administration?
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A 24-year-old female patient with a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder is admitted to the emergency room after a suicide attempt following a breakup with her boyfriend. As her nurse, what is the most important initial intervention you should prioritize?
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