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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following comments indicates that a client understands the nurse's teaching about sertraline (Zoloft)?

A. Zoloft will probably cause me to gain weight.'

B. This medicine can cause delayed ejaculations.'

C. Dry mouth is a permanent side effect of Zoloft.'

D. I can take my medicine with St. John's wort.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: This medicine can cause delayed ejaculations.'

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following liquids should the nurse administer to a client who is intoxicated on phencyclidine (PCP) to hasten excretion of the chemical?

A. Water.

B. Milk.

C. Cranberry juice.

D. Grape juice.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Cranberry juice.

Question 3 of 5

A client with depression who is taking doxepin (Sinequan) 100 mg P.O. at bedtime has dizziness on arising. Which of the following suggestions is most appropriate?

A. Try taking a hot shower.'

B. Get up slowly and dangle your feet before standing.'

C. Stay in bed until you are feeling better.'

D. You need to limit the fluids you drink.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Get up slowly and dangle your feet before standing.'

Question 4 of 5

A 10-year-old boy with conduct disorder is aggressive toward peers at school. The nurse is developing a care plan. Which intervention is most appropriate?

A. Administer an antipsychotic medication.

B. Place the child in isolation during outbursts.

C. Teach the child anger management techniques.

D. Restrict the child from school activities.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Teach the child anger management techniques.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse works with a client diagnosed with bulimia. What is an appropriate long-term client goal for this client?

A. Eating meals at home without bingeing or purging.

B. Being able to eat out without bingeing or purging.

C. Managing stresses in life without bingeing or purging.

D. Being able to attend college in another state without bingeing or purging.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Managing stresses in life without bingeing or purging.

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