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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is preparing to administer chlordiazepoxide 75 mg orally for the client experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms due to alprazolam dependency. The medication is supplied in 25-mg capsules. How many capsules should the nurse prepare to administer?_ capsule(s) (Record your answer as a whole number.)

Correct Answer: 3

Rationale: Proportion: 25 mg/1 capsule = 75 mg/X capsules; 25X = 75; X = 3 capsules.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse accurately explains that cognitive therapy involves which of the following?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Cognitive therapy focuses on identifying and modifying irrational beliefs to change maladaptive thought patterns, a key approach for phobias.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is developing the plan of care for the client diagnosed with schizophrenia who is having an alcohol-induced crisis. Which specific client outcome best reflects the primary goal of crisis intervention for this client?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Returning to pre-crisis functioning like work (
B) is the crisis intervention goal. Detox (
A) stating coping mechanisms (
C) and medication administration (
D) are secondary.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is educating the client on the methadone prescribed for replacement therapy while in an outpatient treatment program for heroin addicts. The client asks how taking a pill is going to help the client stay substance-free. Which statement is the nurse’s best reply?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Methadone displaces heroin reducing cravings (
C). It doesn’t produce a high (
A) cause sickness (
B) or sedate (
D).

Question 5 of 5

The nurse observes that the client diagnosed with intermittent explosive disorder is becoming aggressive and that lorazepam was prescribed. The client is now exhibiting a tense posture a clenched fist and a defiant affect. Prioritize the nurse’s actions to de-escalate the client’s aggression.

Order the Items

Source Container

Call other staff for assistance.
Attempt to talk the client down.
Apply wrist restraints.
Offer client choice of taking medication voluntarily.
Provide alternate use of physical energy such as suggesting punching a pillow.

Correct Answer: B ,E ,D ,A, C

Rationale: Talk down (
B) builds trust offering physical outlets (E) releases tension medication choice (
D) calms staff assistance (
A) ensures safety and restraints (
C) are last resort for harm prevention.

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