The Physician Has Ordered Intravenous (IV)diazepam (Valium)for the Patient in Status

question 28

Multiple Choice

The physician has ordered intravenous (IV) diazepam (Valium) for the patient in status epilepticus.During administration,which assessment by the nurse is most important?

• A)Assessing respirations every 5 to 15 minutes
• B)Assessing level of consciousness
• C)Assessing pulse for bradycardia
• D)Assessing blood pressure for hypertension

Recognize the impact of legislation and health programs on mental health care access and affordability in the United States.

Describe the evolution of theories of abnormal behavior from ancient times to the modern era.

Analyze the reasons behind the high prevalence of mental illness among incarcerated individuals.

Discuss the significance of community-based treatment facilities for long-term mental health support.

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Definitions:

Milgram Experiment

A psychological experiment conducted by Stanley Milgram in the 1960s to study obedience to authority, where participants were instructed to administer electric shocks to another person.

Stanford University Prison Experiment

A psychological study conducted by Philip Zimbardo in 1971 at Stanford University, where students were assigned roles of prisoners and guards to explore the effects of perceived power.

Generalization

Drawing a conclusion about a certain characteristic of a population based on a sample from it.

Logical Support

The provision of reasons or evidence to justify a claim or argument.