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A Disoriented and Agitated Patient Comes to the Emergency Department

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A disoriented and agitated patient comes to the emergency department and admits using methamphetamine. Vital signs are blood pressure 164/94 mm Hg,heart rate 136 beats/min and irregular,and respirations 32 breaths/min. Which action by the nurse is most important?


Definitions:

Neural Activity

The operation of nerve cells (neurons) which involves the generation and transmission of electrical and chemical signals.

Caffeine

A stimulant found in coffee, tea, and various other beverages that affects the central nervous system, resulting in increased alertness and reduced fatigue.

Withdrawal

The process or experience of stopping or reducing the use of a psychoactive substance, characterized by physical and mental symptoms that vary based on the substance.

Drug Tolerance

The body's reduced response to a drug with repeated use, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect.

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