The Nurse Is Performing an Assessment for a Routine Follow

question 17

Multiple Choice

The nurse is performing an assessment for a routine follow up on a 25-year-old female client who takes chlorpromazine for schizophrenia.Which of the following should the nurse perform? Select all that apply.

• A)Determine with help from the client the date of her last menstrual period.
• B)Perform an eye exam, and ask if there have been changes in vision.
• C)Ask the client questions regarding amount of alcohol use.
• D)Draw blood to check a lipid profile.
• E)Draw blood to check thyroid function.

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Definitions:

Adaptation-Level Phenomenon

The psychological process by which individuals adjust their expectations and standards based on previous experiences, influencing their perception of new stimuli.

Type B Personality

A disposition typified by its placid, lenient, and relaxed manner.

External Locus

A belief system where individuals perceive their outcomes in life as being controlled by external forces or chance.

Emotion-Focused Coping

A stress management strategy that involves dealing with emotions caused by stressful situations.