Davis edge practice exam
What symptoms will the nurse observe in a client who has withdrawn from
the chronic phase of alcoholism? Select all that apply.
1. Convulsions
2. Hallucinations
3. Suicidal ideation
A client attempts suicide following the loss of a relationship due to
chronic phase
Which side effect in the client who is on lithium carbonate therapy prompts
the primary health-care provider to decrease the dose of the medication?
Select all that apply.
3. Arrhythmia
4. Fine hand tremors
The nurse is explaining the side effects of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) to
the guardian of a client with depression. What relevant information should
the nurse provide?
the patient exhibit confusion and memory loss for a short period of time
Which therapy would be useful for a client with a seasonal pattern of
depression?
light therapy
Which side effect is associated with buspirone therapy?
Paradoxical excitement
Which action by the client being treated for posttraumatic stress disorder
(PTSD) indicates the effectiveness of the therapy?
Discussing the traumatic incident without fear
Which disorder is most likely to occur in a client who had a divorce a year
ago due to harassment and abuse?
Post-trauma stress disorder (PTSD)
What are the predisposing factors of somatic symptom disorder? Select all
that apply.
