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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following is a neuromodulator?

A. Neuropeptides
B. Glutamate
C. Dopamine
D. Acetylcholine

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Neuropeptides

Question 2 of 5

After undergoing a cardiac catheterization, Tracy has a large puddle of blood under his buttocks. Which of the following steps should the nurse take first?

A. Call for help.
B. Obtain vital signs
C. Ask the client to "lift up"
D. Apply gloves and assess the groin site

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Apply gloves and assess the groin site

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is preparing to assess the client's attitude toward mental illness. Rank these steps in priority order for effectiveness of the interaction. 1. The nurse offers educational resources. 2. The nurse examines their own beliefs. 3. The nurse plans to use open-ended questions during the interaction. 4. The nurse explores the client's cultural values without judgment.

A. 1,2,3,4
B. 2,1,3,4
C. 4,2,1,3
D. 2,3,4,1

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 2,3,4,1

Question 4 of 5

It is helpful as a nurse to be able to recognize the channel through which your patient communicates if following the primary sensory representation philosophy. Your patient Tamara's sensory representation is visual. Which term would identify visual sensory?

A. An eyeful.
B. An earful.
C. In light of.
D. In view of.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: An eyeful.

Question 5 of 5

Which intervention would the nurse include in the plan of care for a preschool child diagnosed with ASD to help the child feel more secure on the unit?

A. Encourage and reward peer contact.
B. Provide consistent caregivers.
C. Provide a variety of safe daily activities.
D. Maintain close physical contact throughout the day.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Provide consistent caregivers.

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