Which assessment findings are likely for an individual who recently injected heroin?

Which assessment finding would the nurse expect to see in a patient experiencing delirium? (Select all that apply)

Which action by a psychiatric nurse best applies the ethical principle of autonomy?

Two weeks ago, a soldier returned to the United States from active duty in a combat zone. The soldier was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which comment by the soldier requires the nurse's immediate attention?

A child diagnosed with ADHD shows hyperactivity, aggression, and impaired play. The health care provider prescribed amphetamine salts (Adderall). The nurse should monitor for which desired behavior?

An adult patient assaulted another patient and was then restrained. One hour later, which statement by the restrained patient requires the nurse's immediate attention?

Which technique will best communicate to a patient that the nurse is interested in listening?

An older adult diagnosed with dementia lives with family in a rural area. During the week, this adult attends a day care center while the family is at work. In the evenings, members of the family provide care. Which factor makes this adult most vulnerable to abuse?

A nurse assesses a confused older adult. The nurse experiences sadness and reflects. This patient is like one of my grandparents... so helpless." Which response is the nurse demonstrating?

In a team meeting a nurse says. "I'm concerned about whether we are behaving ethically by using restraints to prevent one patient from self-mutilation, while the care plan for another self-mutilating patient requires one-on-one supervision." Which ethical principle most clearly applies to this situation?

Which nursing intervention has the highest priority for a patient who is diagnosed with anorexia nervosa and has begun to gain weight?