A Patient Is Experiencing Adverse Effects of a Medication

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient is experiencing adverse effects of a medication.Which information obtained by the nurse is subjective?

• A) Cough
• B) Edema
• C) Nausea
• D) Tachycardia

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Definitions:

Schizophrenia

Severe psychological disorder characterized by highly disordered thought processes; individuals suffering from schizophrenia may be referred to as psychotic because they are so far removed from reality.

Major Depressive Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss, or anger that interfere with daily activities.

Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

A psychiatric disorder marked by intrusive thoughts that produce uneasiness, apprehension, fear, or worry; and by repetitive behaviors aimed at reducing the associated anxiety.

Neuroleptic Drugs

A class of medications used primarily to treat psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia, by modifying neurotransmitter levels in the brain.