A nurse is caring for a client who reports spending 12 hr daily playing video games online. The client has spent a significant amount of money betting on these games. They lost their job due to missed work, and they filed for bankruptcy because of their gambling debts. Their partner was supporting them financially until the partner left the client out of frustration with their behavior. Which of the following manifestations of non-substance addiction is characteristic of the client's behavior?

They are depressed over their current life situation.

They compulsively act on the urge to continue internet gaming and gambling even though they suffered negative consequences.

They do not care that they lost their job and their partner.

They filed for bankruptcy because of their debts and job loss.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   While the client may experience depression as a result of their situation, this does not specifically relate to their addiction to internet gaming and gambling.
B.   This manifestation is characteristic of non-substance addictions, such as gambling disorder and internet gaming disorder. Despite experiencing negative consequences, the client continues to engage in the addictive behavior
C.   This statement may be true, but it does not specifically relate to the client's addiction to internet gaming and gambling.
D.   Filing for bankruptcy due to debts and job loss is a consequence of the client's addiction, but it does not specifically relate to their addiction to internet gaming and gambling.

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Correct Answer is ["A","C","E"]

Explanation

A. Fluid overload can lead to pulmonary edema and difficulty breathing, resulting in an increased respiratory rate.
B. Fluid overload typically leads to dilution of blood, which can result in a decreased hematocrit.
C. Fluid overload can lead to increased blood volume and increased pressure on the blood vessel walls, resulting in increased blood pressure.
D. Fluid overload is not typically associated with an increased body temperature.
E. Fluid overload can lead to increased blood volume and increased pressure on the heart, resulting in an increased heart rate.

A. Weakened gag reflex B. Hyperthermia C. Absence of bowel sounds D. Polyuria E. Hypotension

Correct Answer is ["A","B","C","E"]

Explanation

A. A weakened gag reflex is a common complication of cervical spinal cord injuries and can lead to difficulty swallowing and increased risk of aspiration.
B. Hyperthermia can occur due to autonomic dysreflexia, a common complication of cervical spinal cord injuries.
C. Absence of bowel sounds can indicate a paralytic ileus, a common complication of cervical spinal cord injuries.
D. Polyuria is not a common complication of cervical spinal cord injuries. It may occur due to other factors, such as diabetes insipidus, but it is not directly related to the injury itself.
E. Hypotension can occur due to autonomic dysreflexia, a common complication of cervical spinal cord injuries.

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