A Combat Veteran Diagnosed with Moderate Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

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Multiple Choice

A combat veteran diagnosed with moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) will begin pharmacologic therapies that include psychotropic medication.What information should the nurse provide? (Select all that apply.)

• A) "We will monitor you closely for how each medication affects you."
• B) "Medications can be expected to dramatically improve your symptoms."
• C) "Please be patient as your health care provider identifies the best drugs for your problems."
• D) "The blood levels of most medications you take will need to be checked with laboratory testing."
• E) "Be prepared for frequent dose changes as your health care provider adjusts the dose to meet your needs."

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Definitions:

Piaget

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