Rn Hesi Mental Health
Rn Hesi Mental Health ( 38 Questions)
An adolescent client is admitted to the postoperative unit following open reduction of a fractured femur which occurred when the client fell down the stairs at a party. The nurse notices needle marks on the client's arms. Which assessment findings should the nurse document related to suspected narcotic withdrawal?
rationale:
Vomiting, seizures, and loss of consciousness are more severe symptoms that are not typically associated with narcotic withdrawal but could indicate other medical issues.
rationale:
Agitation, sweating, and abdominal cramps are indicative of narcotic withdrawal. These symptoms are commonly associated with opioid withdrawal, especially when there are needle marks on the client's arms, which may suggest a history of opioid use. Opioid withdrawal symptoms can include restlessness, sweating, and gastrointestinal discomfort, such as abdominal cramps. Therefore, these findings should be documented and reported for further assessment and appropriate intervention related to narcotic withdrawal.
rationale:
Depression, fatigue, and dizziness are not specific to narcotic withdrawal and could be related to various conditions.
rationale:
Hypotension, shallow respirations, and dilated pupils may suggest opioid overdose rather than withdrawal.
Choice A rationale:
Vomiting, seizures, and loss of consciousness are more severe symptoms that are not typically associated with narcotic withdrawal but could indicate other medical issues.
Choice B rationale:
Agitation, sweating, and abdominal cramps are indicative of narcotic withdrawal. These symptoms are commonly associated with opioid withdrawal, especially when there are needle marks on the client's arms, which may suggest a history of opioid use. Opioid withdrawal symptoms can include restlessness, sweating, and gastrointestinal discomfort, such as abdominal cramps. Therefore, these findings should be documented and reported for further assessment and appropriate intervention related to narcotic withdrawal.
Choice C rationale:
Depression, fatigue, and dizziness are not specific to narcotic withdrawal and could be related to various conditions.
Choice D rationale:
Hypotension, shallow respirations, and dilated pupils may suggest opioid overdose rather than withdrawal.