An Adolescent Is Brought to the Emergency Department by a Parent

question 2

Multiple Choice

An adolescent is brought to the emergency department by a parent who reports that the patient took a whole bottle of extended-release acetaminophen tablets somewhere between 8 and 10 hours ago. The nurse will anticipate administering which of the following?

• A) Acetylcysteine [Mucomyst]
• B) Activated charcoal
• C) Hemodialysis
• D) Respiratory support

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Definitions:

Self-Discrepancies

Differences between one's self-concept and one's ideal self or ought self, leading to emotional discomfort.

Sociometer Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that self-esteem acts as an internal gauge of the degree to which one is included or valued in social groups.

Self-Reference Effect

The enhancement of long-term memory that comes from thinking about how information being memorized relates to the self.

Self-View

The perception or conception that one has of oneself, including beliefs and feelings about one's attributes and identity.