{"id":2706,"date":"2023-07-27T17:15:08","date_gmt":"2023-07-27T11:45:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/?p=2706"},"modified":"2023-07-27T17:19:14","modified_gmt":"2023-07-27T11:49:14","slug":"psychiatric-drugs-and-medications","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/psychiatric-drugs-and-medications\/","title":{"rendered":"Psychiatric Drugs and Medications &#8211; Nursing GK MCQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/psychiatric-drugs-and-medications\/#Psychiatric_Drugs_and_Medications_%E2%80%93_Nursing_GK_MCQ_%E0%A4%AE%E0%A4%A8%E0%A5%8B%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%8B%E0%A4%97_%E0%A4%94%E0%A4%B7%E0%A4%A7%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%AF%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%81_%E0%A4%94%E0%A4%B0_%E0%A4%94%E0%A4%B7%E0%A4%A7%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%AF%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%81\" >Psychiatric Drugs and Medications  &#8211; Nursing GK MCQ (\u092e\u0928\u094b\u0930\u094b\u0917 \u0914\u0937\u0927\u093f\u092f\u093e\u0901 \u0914\u0930 \u0914\u0937\u0927\u093f\u092f\u093e\u0901 )<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/psychiatric-drugs-and-medications\/#Some_Important_Links\" >Some Important Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Psychiatric_Drugs_and_Medications_%E2%80%93_Nursing_GK_MCQ_%E0%A4%AE%E0%A4%A8%E0%A5%8B%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%8B%E0%A4%97_%E0%A4%94%E0%A4%B7%E0%A4%A7%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%AF%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%81_%E0%A4%94%E0%A4%B0_%E0%A4%94%E0%A4%B7%E0%A4%A7%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%AF%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%81\"><\/span>Psychiatric Drugs and Medications <strong> &#8211; Nursing GK MCQ<strong><strong> (<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>\u092e\u0928\u094b\u0930\u094b\u0917 \u0914\u0937\u0927\u093f\u092f\u093e\u0901 \u0914\u0930 \u0914\u0937\u0927\u093f\u092f\u093e\u0901 )<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to our comprehensive MCQ&#8217;s page on &#8220;Psychiatric Drugs and Medications.&#8221; This page is a valuable resource for individuals preparing for various competitive exams, including UPSC IAS and more. Here, you will find a curated collection of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) sourced from previous year papers of different sectors, ensuring the highest level of relevance and authenticity in the content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our goal is to provide aspiring candidates with a platform to test their knowledge and understanding of psychiatric drugs and medications. The MCQs cover a wide range of topics, including different classes of psychiatric medications, their mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, potential side effects, and drug interactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Studying psychiatric drugs is crucial for anyone pursuing a career in the medical field, particularly in the domain of psychiatry. Moreover, these questions are equally important for candidates appearing in general competitive exams, as they assess one&#8217;s awareness of essential pharmaceutical knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By attempting these MCQs, you can assess your strengths and identify areas that need improvement. Additionally, it will help you become familiar with the question patterns and boost your confidence for the upcoming exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team of experts has meticulously curated and organized these MCQs to facilitate efficient learning. Whether you are a seasoned aspirant or just beginning your preparation journey, this page caters to all levels of proficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned as we continuously update and add more relevant questions from various exam papers. Make the most of this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and excel in your academic and career pursuits.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>\r\n    \/* Quiz container *\/\r\n    .quiz-container {\r\n        max-width: 800px;\r\n        margin: 0 auto;\r\n        padding: 20px;\r\n        box-sizing: border-box;\r\n        font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Question *\/\r\n    .question {\r\n        background-color: #f9f9f9;\r\n        padding: 20px;\r\n        border: 1px solid #ccc;\r\n        font-size: 20px;\r\n        margin-bottom: 20px;\r\n        border-radius: 5px;\r\n        box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\r\n        position: relative;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Question header *\/\r\n    .question h4 {\r\n        margin-bottom: 20px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Options list *\/\r\n    .options {\r\n        list-style-type: none;\r\n        padding: 0;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Option item *\/\r\n    .options li {\r\n        margin: 10px;\r\n        padding: 10px;\r\n        display: flex;\r\n        align-items: center;\r\n        border-radius: 5px;\r\n        border: 2px solid #ccc;\r\n        box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Option number *\/\r\n    .options li span {\r\n        margin-right: 10px;\r\n        width: 20px;\r\n        height: 20px;\r\n        border-radius: 50%;\r\n        border: 2px solid black;\r\n        display: flex;\r\n        justify-content: center;\r\n        align-items: center;\r\n        font-weight: bold;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Option colors *\/\r\n    .options li span.option-a {\r\n        background-color: #FFD700; \/* Yellow *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .options li span.option-b {\r\n        background-color: #FF1493; \/* Pink *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .options li span.option-c {\r\n        background-color: #00BFFF; \/* Light Blue *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .options li span.option-d {\r\n        background-color: #7CFC00; \/* Green-Yellow *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .options li span.option-e {\r\n        background-color: #EE82EE; \/* Purple-Pink *\/\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Show answer button *\/\r\n    .show-answer {\r\n        background-color: #0066CC;\r\n        color: #fff;\r\n        border: none;\r\n        padding: 8px 20px;\r\n        font-size: 20px;\r\n        cursor: pointer;\r\n        border-radius: 3px;\r\n        text-align: center;\r\n        display: inline-block;\r\n        margin-bottom: 20px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Answer box *\/\r\n    .answer-box {\r\n        margin: 0 auto;\r\n        padding: 10px;\r\n        font-size: 20px;\r\n        color: #61970F;\r\n        box-sizing: border-box;\r\n        display: none;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Question header *\/\r\n    .quiz-container .question-header {\r\n        color: darkblue;\r\n        font-weight: bold;\r\n        margin-right: 10px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Question header and text *\/\r\n    .quiz-container .question-header,\r\n    .quiz-container .question-text {\r\n        display: inline;\r\n        font-weight: bold;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Responsive styles *\/\r\n    @media (max-width: 767px) {\r\n        .quiz-container {\r\n            padding: 10px;\r\n        }\r\n    }\r\n<\/style>\r\n<div class=\"quiz-container\">\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A nurse provides instructions to a client taking fluoxetine (Prozac) a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. The nurse tells the client to take the medication:<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134553\"> Early in the morning<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134553\">During lunch time<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134553\">At snack time<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134553\">At bedtime<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">The risk of experiencing serotonin syndrome when SSRIs are given with monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as phenelzine (Nardil). Serotonin syndrome is best characterized in which of the following?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134557\"> A productive cough and bradycardia<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134557\">Hypotension and urinary retention<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134557\">Muscle rigidity and high fever<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134557\">Tea-colored urine and constipation<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A client with depression who has been taking amitriptyline for three months returns to the clinic for a follow-up. The nurse observes the client in which of the following symptoms?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134558\"> Lack of energy<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134558\"> Suicidal thoughts<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134558\">Loss of interest in personal appearance<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134558\">Neglect of responsibilities<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A client is prescribed sertraline (Zoloft). To guarantee a safe administration of the medication, a nurse would administer the dose:<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134559\">As needed only for depressions<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134559\"> Early in the morning<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134559\"> Take on an empty stomach<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134559\"> At bedtime<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A client arrives in the emergency room with a tricyclic antidepressant overdose. Which of the following measures should the nurse do, except?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134660\"> Maintain a patent airway<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134660\">Administration of sodium bicarbonate<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134660\"> Gastric lavage with activated charcoal<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134660\">Obtain an electrocardiogram<\/label><\/li>\r\n                <li><span class=\"option-e\">E<\/span><label for=\"optE_134660\"> Administration of an antipyretic<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"e\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A newly admitted client has started taking bupropion (Wellbutrin). The nurse monitors which of the following side effects would indicate an overdosage of the medication?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134661\"> Insomnia<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134661\">Dizziness<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134661\">Constipation<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134661\">Seizure.<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A nurse is giving discharge instructions to a client who is prescribed with isocarboxazid (Marplan). The nurse will tell the client to anticipate which of the following side effects of this medication?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134662\"> Weight loss<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134662\">Dry skin<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134662\">Dizziness<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134662\"> Fever<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A client with depression is taking phenelzine (Nardil). The nurse advises the client to avoid consuming which foods while taking the medication<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134663\"> Crackers<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134663\">Vegetable salad<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134663\">Oatmeal<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134663\">Yogurt<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Patients taking MAOIs have the tendency to experience hypertensive crisis especially during an interaction with other drugs such as epinephrine. Which of the following is a sign of hypertensive crisis?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134667\">Orthostatic hypotension<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134667\"> Diplopia<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134667\"> Delay in ejaculation<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134667\">Hair loss<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">During a hypertensive crisis, the nurse makes sure which of this medicine is readily available?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134669\">Phentolamine<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134669\">Diazepam<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134669\">Lithium citrate<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134669\">Phenobarbital sodium<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A client taking lithium carbonate (Lithobid) started complaining of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, muscle weakness, tremor, blurred vision, and ringing in the ears. The lithium level is 2 mEq\/L. The nurse interprets this value as:<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134672\">Normal level<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134672\"> Toxic level<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134672\"> Below normal level<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134672\">Above normal level<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A nurse is giving instructions to a client receiving lithium citrate. The nurse tells the client to do which of the following to prevent lithium toxicity:<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134674\">Avoid becoming dehydrated during exercise.<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134674\">Instruct the client to change positions slowly.<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134674\"> Restrict salt intake in the diet.<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134674\"> Limit fluid intake.<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Which of the following symptoms is classified as a mild lithium toxicity:<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134677\">Confusion and ataxia<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134677\">Muscle fasciculations and oliguria<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134677\">Tinnitus and blurred vision<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134677\">Apathy and Lethargy<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A nurse is giving instructions to a client taking risperidone (Risperdal). The nurse advises the client to do which of the following?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134879\">Take it on an empty stomach<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134879\">Change position slowly<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134879\">Get a daily source of sunlight<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134879\">Discontinue medication once the symptoms went away<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A nurse notes that a client with schizophrenia and receiving an antipsychotic medication is having uncontrolled movement of the lips and tongue. The nurse determines that the client is experiencing?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134882\">Hypertensive crisis<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134882\"> Parkinsonism<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134882\">Tardive dyskinesia<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134882\">Neuroleptic malignant syndrome<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A client with schizophrenia has been started on medication therapy with clozapine (Clozaril). A nurse assesses the results of which laboratory study to monitor for adverse effects related to this medication?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134884\">White blood cell<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134884\">Platelet count<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134884\">Liver function studies<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134884\">Random blood sugar<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Methylphenidate (Ritalin) is prescribed to an 8-year-old child for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The nurse will most likely monitor which of the following during the medication therapy?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134886\">Deep tendon reflex<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134886\">Intake and output<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134886\">Temperature and breath sound<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134886\"> Height and weight<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Which of the following medications that treat Alzheimer\u2019s disease causes slowing of the heart rate and fainting episodes?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134889\"> tacrine (Cognex)<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134889\">galantamine (Razadyne)<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134889\">donepezil (Aricept)<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134889\">All of the above<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A client who has been taking buspirone (BuSpar) for two months returns to the clinic for a follow-up. The nurse determines that the medication is effective if there is an absent display of?<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_134891\"> Feelings of panic, fear, and uneasiness<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_134891\">Thought broadcasting or delusions<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_134891\"> Paranoid and suicidal thought process<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_134891\">Alcohol withdrawal symptoms<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">A nurse is giving discharge instructions to a client who will be taking phenobarbital (Luminal). 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