During the admission process, an elderly client is asked to present their license for identification purposes. The client gives the admission personnel their glasses. This is an example of which of the following symptoms of dementia?

A client is admitted to the emergency department after using ecstasy. The nurse identifies this drug as belonging to what class?

A client is admitted to the hospital for alcohol intoxication. The family reports that he is a heavy drinker and has been admitted several times for alcohol detoxification. When can the nurse expect to observe the first symptoms of withdrawal?

An older adult in the middle and late stages of Alzheimer's forgets where the bathroom is and has episodes of incontinence. Which intervention should the nurse suggest to the client's family?

A client asks the nurse to give her information regarding the detoxification process of alprazolam. What is the best response by the nurse?

The nurse is caring for a client who has become increasingly agitated. He is pacing in the hallway and shouting at other clients. What is the priority action of the nurse?

The nurse is obtaining the mental health history of a newly admitted client diagnosed with schizophrenia. The client's family reports the client is hearing voices and cannot stay focused on the topic of a discussion. Which thought disturbance is the client demonstrating?

A nurse is caring for a client who exhibits manifestations of major depressive disorder. The provider wants to rule out any other medical conditions that may be contributing or causing the symptoms. Which diagnostic test should the nurse expect to be ordered?

A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has schizophrenia and a new prescription for risperidone. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

A nurse in the emergency department is implementing a plan of care for an older adult client who is experiencing delirium tremens. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

A client diagnosed with bipolar I disorder is in a manic state, rushing about the unit, and talking regularly with a flight of ideas. What is the most therapeutic intervention?