A client diagnosed with Alzheimer’s dementia can no longer ambulate, does not recognize family members, and communicates with agitated behaviors and incoherent verbalizations. The nurse recognizes these symptoms as indicative of which stage of the illness?

Which of the following is an immediate physical response associated with the “fight-or-flight” syndrome? Select all that apply

Separating and restricting the movement of people who were exposed to an infectious disease to see if they become sick refers to which of the following terms?

Describe 3 general headache signs and/or symptoms that would warrant further evaluation by a physician. 

Vertigo involves sensations of spinning while dizziness is lightheadedness. 

Which symptom is an example of an affective alteration exhibited by clients diagnosed with severe depression? 

Which is a realistic expectation of clients participating in milieu therapy?

Which of the following is an acute demyelinating disorder flagged by progressive distal to proximal muscle weakness, areflexia, and an afebrile state?

A client is experiencing a panic attack. The client states, “I’m losing control, I feel like I’m going crazy.” Which nursing intervention takes priority? 

Teaching for Methylphenidate (Ritalin) should include what information?