Culture and Schizophrenia Childhood schizophrenia is one of several types of schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a chronic psychological disorder that affects a person’s psychosis. Childhood schizophrenia is similar to adult schizophrenia‚ but it occurs earlier in life and has a profound impact on the attitude‚ behavior‚ and life. The child with schizophrenia may experience strange thoughts‚ strange feelings‚ and abnormal behaviors. Childhood schizophrenia
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To overcome depression‚ she was given an antidepressant drug known as Paxil but this drug led to development of insomnia. However‚ when they went back to the doctor‚ the doctor prescribed sleeping pills… In simple words‚ Jonathan Thorpe explains that they had come full circle and Sandra felt trapped in a pharmaceutical merry-go-round where she had to keep taking more drugs to counter the side effects of medicines she had taken
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the risk of development of resistant HIV-1 variants” ("FDA Approves First Drug for Reducing the Risk of Sexually Acquired HIV Infection"). The purpose of this program is to provide vital information about the importance of adhering to the dosage regimen and the possible risks of contracting HIV while taking Truvada‚ not to limit distribution. Patients who receive Truvada will be expected to participate in a comprehensive HIV protection plan that involves regular HIV testing‚ condom use and prevention
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psychotic. D) Verbally aggressive clients will calm down on their own if they are left alone. Points Earned: 2.0/2.0 Correct Answer(s): B CorrectIncorrectUngraded 3. One of the major disadvantages of benzodiazepines prescribed for anxiety is that these medications: A) Take 4 to 6 weeks before onset of action occurs B) Cause dependency with long-term use C) Often cause serious side effects D) Are new to the market with little research Points Earned: 2.0/2.0 Correct Answer(s): B
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signs that indicate deterioration in the patient ’s condition‚ such as an increase in the patient’s heart rate and respiratory rate‚ hypotension and decreased peripheral perfusion such as decreased capillary refill and cool peripheries. The medication regimen that has set up for Mrs. J
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Off-label drugs should be banned. Only FDA approved drugs will be issued to children age 6 and up. Regulations for mandatory psychotherapy for children with a mental disorder. Drugs should be prescribed only for severe cases. State Medical boards should monitor the prescribing practices of its physicians rather than waiting for a complaint or bad outcome. A new law should be passed that requires all pharmaceutical drug trials‚ both negative and
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for suspected upper respiratory infection. She does not remember the name of the antibiotic. Although she claims she remembers taking this type of medication in the past without any problems. She was on that medication‚ three pills a day for three to four days. She notes no other problems with her skin. She remembers no allergic reactions to medications. She has no previous history of fever blisters. PHYSICIAL EXAMINATION: Reveals superficial erosions along the lips‚ particularly the lower lip.
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Diabetes Mel·li·tus (mə-lī’təs‚ měl’ĭ-) is a metabolic disorder in which there are high blood sugar levels over a period of time. This disease process symptomatology is excessive thirst‚ frequent urination and increase hunger. There are three types of Diabetes Mellitus. Type I or insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) has an early onset and is diagnosed in someone who is a juvenile. Type II or non-insulin diabetes mellitus (NIIDDM) has a late onset and is diagnosed in someone who is an adult
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antibiotics to animal food for growth promotion. In addition‚ nurses may hold a key to prevent the healthcare-associated infection spreading‚ monitor the therapeutic and adverse effects of antibiotics‚ and teach the patient about adherence to prescribed medication regimes. Antimicrobial resistance is the pressing health issue affecting the whole world‚ and thus‚ this problem should be approached from a worldwide perspective. The consequences of microbial resistance is seriously affecting human health
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Exam 4 Select the accurate statement regarding the difference between the effects of vincristine (Oncovin®) and vinblastine (Velban®). Vinblastine produces bone marrow suppression. After receiving a first-time dose of the inactivate flu vaccine‚ an adult pt telephones the nurse & complains of lethargy & a fever of 101 that has lasted for 6 hrs. Selects the nurse’s best action. Advise the pt to take acetaminophen and rest. A pt is receiving IV vancomycin (Vancocin). A unique complication of rapid
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