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Question 1 of 5

What suggestion can the nurse make if the client complains of feeling dizzy when taking doxepin (Sinequan) at bedtime as prescribed?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Rising slowly minimizes orthostatic hypotension, a common side effect of doxepin, reducing dizziness.

Question 2 of 5

If the client's pain is the result of a panic attack, which findings will the nurse most likely note during the physical assessment? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,E

Rationale: Panic attacks typically cause tachycardia and sweating due to sympathetic nervous system activation, reflecting acute anxiety.

Question 3 of 5

The client is admitted to the ED with multiple lacerations and broken bones after being assaulted. The client’s spouse barges into the client’s ED room with a gun and states “I’m going to kill you and anyone else who gets in my way.” Which action should be taken by the nurse initially?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Using a nonaggressive posture and tone (
D) to request the gun be placed down de-escalates the situation safely. Yelling (
A) may startle and escalate assuming intent (
B) blocks communication and gesturing (
C) risks escalation if noticed.

Question 4 of 5

If a client is typical of other victims who remain in abusive relationships, what is the client most likely to believe?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Victims often believe they can control or prevent the abuse, reflecting denial or rationalization that keeps them in the abusive situation.

Question 5 of 5

While caring for a client who is withdrawing from alcohol, the nurse must assess for what additional complication?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Seizures are a serious complication of alcohol withdrawal, requiring vigilant monitoring due to their potential for harm.

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