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Question 1 of 5

The client is experiencing withdrawal symptoms leading to sleep deprivation. The nurse should recognize that the client is at greatest risk for violent behavior due to which assessment finding?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Anxiety from lack of substance access (
D) is the primary violence risk in withdrawal. Poor coping (
A) pain (
B) and guilt (
C) are secondary contributors.

Question 2 of 5

If the client has been taking an antidepressant for several weeks, which outcome would be the most desired therapeutic effect?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Reducing binge episodes is the primary goal for bulimia treatment, as antidepressants target the compulsive behaviors associated with the disorder.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is developing the answer key to a post test that will be given to participants following a workshop about caffeine abuse among older adult clients. Which statement about caffeine abuse should be excluded from the answer key?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Caffeine causes hyperglycemia tachycardia and increased lipids (C is false). Withdrawal symptoms (A
D) and diagnosis (
B) are correct.

Question 4 of 5

Which nursing action is most appropriate for determining whether domestic abuse is occurring?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Directly asking about abuse in a safe, private setting encourages honest disclosure and is the most effective initial step to confirm suspicions.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is collecting information from the family in which Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy (MSP) is suspected. Which finding should the nurse expect?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: MSP involves a strong parent-child bond (
B) typically with the mother (not father
A) who has medical knowledge (not little
C). Children rarely provide insight (
D).

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