HESI MENTAL HEALTH RN V1-V3 2020 TEST BANK.

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HESI MENTAL HEALTH RN V1-V3 2020 TEST BANK. A client with depression remains in bed most of the day, and declines activities. Which nursing problem has the greatest priority for this client? A... .Loss of interest in diversional activity. B.Social isolation. C.Refusal to address nutritional needs. D.Low self-esteem. The RN is preparing medications for a client with bipolar disorder and notices that the client discontinued antipsychotic medication for several days. Which medication should also be discontinued? a.Lithium. (Lithotabs) b.Benzotropine (Cogentin). c.Alprazolam (Xanax). d.Magnesium (Milk of Magnesia). The RN is teaching a client about the initiation of the prescribed abstinence therapy using disulfiram (Antabuse). What information should the client acknowledge understanding? A.Completely abstain from heroin or cocaine use. B.Remain alcohol free for 12 hours prior to the first dose. C.Attend monthly meetings of alcoholics anonymous. D.Admit to others that he is a substance user. [Show More]

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