A 75-year-old man is brought to the emergency department with right calf pain and swelling. Three weeks ago, he underwent a radical cystectomy for invasive bladder cancer. Ultrasound reveals a right pelvic vein deep venous thrombosis. The patient was treated with a bolus of heparin, and a heparin drip was started. One hour later, he was bleeding profusely from the intravenous site. The heparin therapy was suspended, but the bleeding continued. Protamine sulfate was administered intravenously that works in which of the following ways?

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A 75-year-old man is brought to the emergency department with right calf pain and swelling. Three weeks ago, he underwent a radical cystectomy for invasive bladder cancer. Ultrasound reveals a right pelvic vein deep venous thrombosis. The patient was treated with a bolus of heparin, and a heparin drip was started. One hour later, he was bleeding profusely from the intravenous site. The heparin therapy was suspended, but the bleeding continued. Protamine sulfate was administered intravenously that works in which of the following ways?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers have the following same actions EXCEPT:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

A client diagnosed with schizophrenia, who has been taking antipsychotic medication for the last 5 months, presents in an emergency department (ED) with uncontrollable tongue movements, stiff neck, and difficulty swallowing. The nurse would expect the physician to recognize which condition and implement which treatment?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Tardive dyskinesia, treated by discontinuing antipsychotic medications. Tardive dyskinesia is characterized by uncontrollable tongue movements, stiff neck, and difficulty swallowing, which are common side effects of long-term antipsychotic use. The treatment involves discontinuing the antipsychotic medication to prevent further worsening of symptoms. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (choice A) presents with fever, muscle rigidity, altered mental status, and autonomic dysfunction, requiring immediate discontinuation of antipsychotic medication. Agranulocytosis (choice B) is a rare but serious side effect of clozapine, not associated with the symptoms described. Extrapyramidal symptoms (choice C) are movement disorders that can occur with antipsychotic use, but benztropine is typically used to treat parkinsonism, not the symptoms described.

Question 4 of 5

Which realistic goal should be included in this client’s plan of care?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because it focuses on a specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goal related to the client's care plan. By not requiring zolpidem for sleep by discharge, it indicates progress in managing sleep without medication dependency. Option A is incorrect as it sets an unrealistic goal of having no flashbacks, which may not be achievable in a short timeframe. Option B is vague and subjective, as feeling a full range of emotions is difficult to measure and may not be directly related to the client's treatment goals. Option D is counterproductive as refraining from discussing the traumatic event may hinder the client's progress in therapy.

Question 5 of 5

A patient with schizophrenia is admitted to the psychiatric unit in an acutely disturbed, violent state. He is given several doses of haloperidol (Haldol) and becomes calm and The patient has _________ , and the nurse should _________.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: a dystonic reaction…administer PRN IM benztropine (Cogentin). Rationale: 1. Haloperidol is a typical antipsychotic that can cause extrapyramidal symptoms like dystonic reactions. 2. Dystonic reactions are characterized by muscle spasms and abnormal postures. 3. Benztropine is an anticholinergic medication that helps alleviate dystonic reactions by blocking acetylcholine. 4. Administering benztropine intramuscularly (IM) is appropriate for quick relief in acute situations. Summary: B: Tardive dyskinesia is a late-developing side effect of antipsychotics, not an acute reaction like dystonic reactions. C: Waxy flexibility is a catatonic symptom, not related to extrapyramidal side effects. D: Akathisia is restlessness and an inability to sit still, not a dystonic reaction that would require ben

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