A child complains to the school nurse about painful verbal bullying by an aggressive classmate. What is the nurse's best first action?
a. Give notice to the chief administrator at the school regarding the events.
b. Support the victimized child to share feelings about the experience.
c. Encourage the victimized child to ignore the bullying behavior.
d. Discuss the events with the aggressive classmate.
Question 2A nurse presents a psychoeducational program to patients with bipolar disorder and their families. Information about signs of impending relapse of mania should include
a. diarrhea, thirst, and gross tremor.
b. sleep disturbances and racing thoughts.
c. decreased libido, anhedonia, and hypersomnia.
d. delusional thinking, excessive guilt, and passivity.
Question 3Which characteristic fits the profile of an individual who is a pedophile?
a. Homosexual
b. High self-esteem
c. Seeks access to children
d. Self-confident and expressive
Question 4The child most likely to receive risperidone (Risperdal) to manage symptoms is one diagnosed with
a. ADHD.
b. PTSD.
c. anxiety disorder.
d. autistic disorder.
Question 5A newly admitted patient is experiencing a manic episode. The patient is verbally and physically aggressive. The plan for care should include
a. setting clear limits, providing a quiet environment, and limiting activities.
b. avoiding use of antipsychotic drugs for 24 hours and providing nourishment ad lib.
c. orienting to unit activities, encouraging gross motor activity, and watching television.
d. avoiding confrontations by not enforcing limits and encouraging physical exercise at bedtime.
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