An Aging Client Diagnosed with Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorder Takes an Antipsychotic

question 20

Multiple Choice

An aging client diagnosed with schizophrenia spectrum disorder takes an antipsychotic and a beta-adrenergic blocking agent for hypertension. Understanding the combined side effects of these drugs, which statement by a nurse is most appropriate?

• A) "Make sure you concentrate on taking slow, deep, cleansing breaths."
• B) "Watch your diet and try to engage in some regular physical activity."
• C) "Rise slowly when you change position from lying to sitting or sitting to standing."
• D) "Wear sunscreen and try to avoid midday sun exposure."

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Definitions:

Takings Clause

A clause in the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution requiring that when government uses its power to take private property for public use, it must pay the owner just compensation, or fair market value, for the property. Also called just-compensation clause.

Just Compensation

The fair payment required to be given to a property owner when their property is taken for public use, under eminent domain.

Self-Incrimination

The act of exposing oneself to prosecution by being forced to respond to questions or by providing evidence in a legal proceeding.

Fifth Amendment

The Fifth Amendment refers to a part of the United States Constitution that provides several protections to individuals, including rights against self-incrimination and double jeopardy, and the assurance of due process.