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A Patient Diagnosed with Delirium Stares at the Corner of the Room

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A patient diagnosed with delirium stares at the corner of the room, wrings hands, and says, "I'm scared those snakes will bite me." What term should the nurse use to best document this event?


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Ampule Neck

The thin, constricted portion of an ampule that is designed to be broken in order to access the sterile solution inside.

Diaphragm

A muscle that separates the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities.

Urethral

Pertaining to the urethra, which is the tube that conveys urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.

Medication Documentation

The accurate recording of all medications a patient is taking, including dosages, timing, and administration, to ensure safe and effective care.

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