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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is giving instructions to a client receiving lithium citrate. The nurse tells the client to do which of the following to prevent lithium toxicity?

A. Avoid becoming dehydrated during exercise.

B. Instruct the client to change positions slowly.

C. Restrict salt intake in the diet.

D. Limit fluid intake.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Avoid becoming dehydrated during exercise.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics?

A. Diarrhea

B. Constipation

C. Hypertension

D. Weight loss

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Constipation

Question 3 of 5

A client is prescribed sertraline (Zoloft). To guarantee a safe administration, the nurse would administer the dose:

A. As needed only for depression.

B. Early in the morning.

C. Take on an empty stomach.

D. At bedtime.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: At bedtime.

Question 4 of 5

Which term on an assessment form is broader?

A. Spirituality

B. Religion

C. Church/mosque/temple/synagogue

D. None of the above.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Spirituality

Question 5 of 5

Your male patient tells you that he has women throwing themselves at him everywhere he goes. The best nursing response to the patient is:

A. Wow that is impressive. Give me some tips.'

B. Tell me about a recent relationship.'

C. Let's go to the dayroom and see what happens.'

D. Let's focus on activities for today.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Tell me about a recent relationship.'

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