The Client Has Frequent Drug Reactions To,and Side Effects From,his

question 1

Multiple Choice

The client has frequent drug reactions to,and side effects from,his medications.He is 72 years old and lives alone.What should he be assessed for?

• A)Clarity of mind
• B)Suicidal wishes
• C)Concurrent substance use
• D)Using someone else's medications

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Definitions:

Alpha Waves

Brain waves detected by EEG that represent a state of relaxation with eyes closed, typically associated with calm wakefulness.

Sleep Spindles

A burst of oscillatory brain activity visible on an EEG that occurs during stage 2 of NREM sleep, thought to play a role in memory consolidation and synaptic plasticity.

Sympathetic Nervous System

A part of the autonomic nervous system that activates the body's flight-or-fight response during stress or danger.

Electrical Impulses

Rapid signals that travel along the nerves or muscle fibers, facilitating communication between different parts of the body or triggering muscle contractions.