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Question 1 of 5

A patient experiencing primary insomnia asks the nurse, I take a nap during the day. Doesnt that make up for a lost nights sleep? Select the nurses best reply.

A. Circadian drives give daytime naps a structure different from nighttime sleep.

B. The body clock operates on a 24-hour cycle, making nap effectiveness unpredictable.

C. It is a matter of habit and expectation. We expect to be more refreshed from a nights sleep.

D. Sleep restores homeostasis but works more efficiently when aided by melatonin secreted at night.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Circadian drives give daytime naps a structure different from nighttime sleep.

Question 2 of 5

In the Oliver Sacks chapter, all EXCEPT which of the below was true about the woman with 'Cupid's disease'

A. she had syphilis from her days of prostitution

B. she became flirtatious at the age of 88

C. penicillin ended her disinhibition

D. penicillin killed the spirochetes evident in her spinal fluid

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: penicillin ended her disinhibition

Question 3 of 5

The primary goal in working with an actively psychotic, suspicious client would be to:

A. Promote interaction with others.

B. Decrease his anxiety and increase trust.

C. Improve his relationship with his parents.

D. Encourage participation in therapy activities.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Decrease his anxiety and increase trust.

Question 4 of 5

Daria is admitted to the medical-surgical unit experiencing an anxiety episode. Nurses on the unit are aware of several nursing interventions that can reduce the anxiety that Daria is experiencing (select all that apply):

A. Attempt to calm the patient by placing an arm around the person.

B. Maintain a calm environment.

C. Promote open communication.

D. Provide the client with a safe, quiet, and private place.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Attempt to calm the patient by placing an arm around the person.

Question 5 of 5

Which drug cannot be given if the patient reports alcohol intake in the last 24 hours?

A. Chlorpromazine

B. Chlordiazepoxide

C. Disulfiram

D. Risperidone

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Disulfiram

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