Question 1 of 5

A nurse administers ordered preoperative glycopyrrolate (Robinul) 30 minutes prior to a client�s electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) procedure. What is the rationale for administering this medication?

A. Robinul decreases anxiety during the ECT procedure. B. Robinul induces an unconscious state to prevent pain during the ECT procedure C. Robinul prevents severe muscle contractions during the ECT procedure. D. Robinul decreases secretions to prevent aspiration during the ECT procedure.

Question 2 of 5

Which person has the greatest potential for developing dysfunctional grief?

A. A teen who has always been one of the �popular kids� B. A widow who regularly states, �I really loved my deceased wife� C. A woman whose husband died as a result of a sudden, traumatic injury D. An adult who has dealt with the loss of several family members over the

Question 3 of 5

Which nursing diagnosis is appropriate for a patient who insists on being called "Your Highness" and demonstrates loosely associated thoughts?

A. Risk for violence B. Defensive coping C. Impaired memory D. Disturbed thought processes

Question 4 of 5

A 34-year-old male with catatonic schizophrenia has been mute and motionless for several days. Which nursing intervention would be an initial priority?

A. Orienting the patient to the unit. B. Reinforcing reality with the patient. C. Establishing a nonthreatening relationship. D. Administer prescribed medications or intervention

Question 5 of 5

A patient is in a smoking cessation program that encourages self-control therapy interventions. Which intervention would the nurse suggest?

A. Limiting smoking to certain times of the day B. Keeping a behavioral diary that tracks when the patient smokes C. Identifying factors that encouraged the patient to start smoking D. Making plans to spend money saved when smoking stops

Synopsis of Psychiatry Test Bank

Skildor

ATI RN

ATI RN