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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following was the first nonstimulant medication specifically designed and tested for ADHD?

A. Methylphenidate (Ritalin)

B. Amphetamine (Adderall)

C. Atomoxetine (Strattera)

D. Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Atomoxetine (Strattera)

Question 2 of 5

What would be the best response to the client's repeated complaints of pain:

A. " know the feeling is real tests revealed negative results."Ã‚Â

B. " think you're exaggerating things a little bit."Ã‚Â

C. "Try to forget this feeling and have activities to take it off your mind."Ã‚Â

D. "So tell me more about the pain."Ã‚Â

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: " know the feeling is real tests revealed negative results."Ã‚Â

Question 3 of 5

An adolescent female client is working with a nurse about the same age as her mother. The adolescent reacts to the nurse like she is a parent. This is an example of

A. Projection

B. Transference

C. Countertransference

D. Resistance

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Transference

Question 4 of 5

Which remark by a patient indicates passage from orientation to the working phase of a nurse-patient relationship?

A. I dont have any problems.

B. It is so difficult for me to talk about problems.

C. I dont know how it will belp to talk to you about my problems.

D. I want to find a way to deal with my anger without becoming violent.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: I want to find a way to deal with my anger without becoming violent.

Question 5 of 5

Norma, with recent colostomy expresses concern about the inability to control the passage of gas. Nurse Oliver should suggest that the client plan to:

A. Eliminate foods high in cellulose.

B. Decrease fluid intake at meal times.

C. Avoid foods that in the past caused flatus.

D. Adhere to a bland diet prior to social events.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Avoid foods that in the past caused flatus.

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