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The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with bipolar disorder who is exhibiting the following symptoms: insomnia, exaggerated confidence, attention seeking, and easily agitated. Based on these symptoms, what does the nurse believe these symptoms are caused by?

Overdose of barbiturates

Mania

Side effects of lithium (Eskalith)

Depression

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. The symptoms described are characteristic of mania, not indicative of an overdose of barbiturates.

B. The symptoms described align with a manic episode, which is a hallmark feature of bipolar disorder.

C. These symptoms are not typically associated with lithium side effects.

D. The symptoms described are not consistent with depression but rather with mania.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Fibric acids are a different class of lipid-lowering agents.

B. Bile acid resins are another class of drugs used to lower cholesterol but work differently.

C. Omega-3 fatty acids are used to lower triglycerides and improve heart health but are not HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors.

D. Statins are drugs that inhibit the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which is crucial in the synthesis of cholesterol, thereby lowering cholesterol levels.

A. To inhibit peptic ulcer disease B. To decrease platelet aggregation C. To reduce emphysema D. To decrease carbon dioxide retention

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Aspirin is not primarily used to inhibit peptic ulcer disease; it is used to prevent cardiovascular events by decreasing platelet aggregation.

B. Aspirin decreases platelet aggregation, making it useful in preventing clot formation in conditions such as angina and myocardial infarction.

C. Aspirin is not used to reduce emphysema; it is primarily used for its antiplatelet effects.

D. Aspirin does not directly decrease carbon dioxide retention; its primary mechanism of action in cardiovascular disease is through antiplatelet effects.

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The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with bipolar disorder who is exhibiting the following symptoms: insomnia, exaggerated confidence, attention seeking, and easily agitated. Based on these symptoms, what does the nurse believe these symptoms are caused by?

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Correct Answer is D

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Correct Answer is B

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