Which Is an Important Nursing Intervention When Giving Care to a Patient

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which is an important nursing intervention when giving care to a patient withdrawing from a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant?

• A) Make physical contact by frequently touching the patient.
• B) Offer intellectual activities requiring concentration.
• C) Avoid manipulation by denying the patient's requests.
• D) Observe for depression and suicidal ideation.

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Definitions:

Adenylyl Cyclase

An enzyme that converts ATP to cyclic AMP (cAMP) in the cell's signaling pathways.

cAMP

Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate, a second messenger important in many biological processes, including the regulation of metabolism.

Protein Kinase C

An enzyme that modifies other proteins through the chemical addition of phosphate groups, playing a key role in several signal transduction pathways.

DAG

Diacylglycerol, a type of molecule that functions as a secondary messenger in the transmission of cellular signals.