Narcolepsy Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A nurse is caring for a client who has narcolepsy (NT1) with cataplexy. The nurse should identify that this condition is caused by a lack of which of the following hormones? a. Hypocretin b. Melatonin c. Estrogen d. Insulin - a. Hypocretin A nurse is reviewing the plan of care for a client who was admitted with insomnia and recent weight gain. Which of the following is a benefit of increased sleep that could help prevent further weight gain for the client? a. Increased ghrelin productio...

Narcolepsy (ILE 10 - Final Exam) Questions And Answers A+ Grade What is Type 1 narcolepsy? - ANS-Narcolepsy with cataplexy OR hypocretin deficiency syndrome What is Type 2 narcolepsy? - ANS-narcolepsy WITHOUT cataplexy Narcolepsy Tetrad - ANS-HECS Hallucinations Excessive Daytime Sleepiness Cataplexy Sleep paralysis What is cataplexy? - ANS-sudden loss of muscle tone triggered by emotions (laughing, excitement, anger) What are hypnagogic hallucinations? - ANS-occurs during sleep ons...

DOT practice questions and Answers 2023 Fatigue is a major concern. What do current FMCSA regulations allow from drivers? -Correct Answer 60 hours on the road over a 7 day period, or 70 hours over 8 days (also 14 hours on the road at a stretch if given 8 hours off to rest between) driver presents with a heart attack 1 month previous. He is following up with his MD again in 1 week. He is unsure of his prescriptions, but is asymptomatic. Should he be certified today? -Correct Answer No. There ...

Test Bank For Abrams’ Clinical Drug Therapy Rationales for Nursing Practice 12th Edition Geralyn Frandsen - ISBN/ISSN 6130 Table of Content SECTION 1 The Conceptual Framework of Pharmacology Chapter 1 The Foundation of Pharmacology: Quality and Safety Chapter 2 Basic Concepts and Processes Chapter 3 Medication Administration and the Nursing Process of Drug Therapy SECTION 2 Drug Therapy Throughout the Lifespan Chapter 4 Pharmacology and the Care of Infants and Pediatric Patients Medication Adm...

Hildegard Peplau Theory of Interpersonal Relations. Earliest modern nursing theory Enabled nursing to establish the groundwork for Advanced Practice Nursing. Therapeutic communication. Psychotherapy Holistic treatment that relies on the nurse's processing of what the patient is experiencing During the psychotherapy process the Psych APN: Addresses individual and family problems with the patient Assesses identified problems during the orientation phase of the therapeutic rela...

Acute anxiety First line for acute panic may be short term benzo use. short acting benzos cause rebound anxiety and are the most abused Benzodiazepines Withdrawal can be dangerous, even deadly. Stopping abruptly is not advised. Symptoms of agitation, tension, irritability, and sz. may occur anxiety disorders psychological disorders characterized by distressing, persistent anxiety or maladaptive behaviors that reduce anxiety anxiety disorders treatment -non-activating an...

NRNP 6670 Final Exam Practice Questions Latest 2023/2024 (Verified). Collette is a 23-year-old female who presented for emergency care with her mother because her behavior has become increasingly erratic and caused her to lose her job. Her mother reports that she had never done anything like this in the past, but about 3 months ago, her boyfriend of 3 years broke up with her, and Collette began to express unrealistic beliefs that her boyfriend wanted to drive her crazy and hurt her. A gentle...

A 26-year-old female patient with nicotine dependence and a history of anxiety presents with symptoms of attention de cit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Based on the assessment, what does the PMHNP consider? Selected d. Answer: ADHD is often not the focus of treatment in adults with comorbid conditions. Question 3 0 out of 1 points Molly is a 52-year-old female that has a diagnosis of bromyalgia. She complains of fatigue and cognitive di culties. Which medication is the PMHNP most likely...

Drug Name (include if IR, XR, ODT, LA) Indication (include approved ages) Neurotransmitter(s) Affected Target Symptoms Short-acting, intermediateacting or long-acting. Duration of action, peak (if noted) Notable side effects /Patient education instructions Methylphenidate (D/L) (Concerta, Ritalin) -Dopamine, norepinephrine inhibitor and releaser (DNRIRe), stimulant, FDA approved for ADHD in children and adults (ages vary based on formulations), narcolepsy. Off-label for trea...

SDS Exam – NBRC Questions and Answers 100% Pass The recommended HFF for recording electocardiograph channel is 70Hz Which of the following would best describe rhythmic movement disorder? 1. Minimum frequency of 0.3Hz 2. Max frequency of 2.0Hz 3. Min number of 4 rhythmic movements a.1,2 b.2,3 c.1,3 d.1,2,3 b A 14 year old boy is undergoing an overnight sleep study and has been stared on CPAP. The pt is currently on 8cmH2O CPAP. What is the recommended max CPAP pressure for this pt 20cmH...