Nurs 302 Module 1 Practice Questions Study Guide Rated A+

Which symptoms would the nurse expect to observe in a client with suspected inhalant intoxication? Select all that apply. A. Nystagmus B. Dysphoria C. Hyperactive reflexes D. Slurred speech E. Generalized muscle weakness {Ans: A. Nystagmus D. Slurred speech E. Generalized muscle weakness}A patient is admitted to the medical unit after experiencing chest pain. Which of these additional findings would support a diagnosis of cocaine abuse? A. Jaundice B. Profuse diarrhea C. Hypotension D. Perforated nasal septum {Ans: D. Perforated nasal septum}Which of the following nursing implications arises from the fact that the majority of individuals with a substance use disorder have a dual diagnosis of mental illness? A. The nurse will address the psychiatric diagnosis first as it preceded the development of the substance use disorder. B. The nurse will ensure that any psychiatric diagnoses are identified and resolved before substance use disorder treatment. C. The nurse will approach the patient from an integrated health-care model and tailor the care plan to address both the psychiatric and substance use diagnoses. D. The nurse knows that a substance use disorder will always exacerbate a psychiatric diagnosis, so it must be treated first. {Ans: C. The nurse will