The nurse is reviewing the patient's medications and recognizes that which of the following medications can cause dysrhythmias? (Select all that apply. )

A) Digoxin
B) Amlodipine
C) Amiodarone
D) Lasix

A soldier returns to the United States from active duty in a combat zone. The soldier is diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) . The nurse's highest priority is to screen this soldier for which problem?

A) Major depressive disorder
B) Bipolar disorder
C) Schizophrenia
D) Dementia

A patient comes to the clinic reporting a cough that is worse at night but not as bad during the day. What does the nurse suspect?

A) Pneumonia
B) Postnasal drip or sinusitis
C) Exposure to irritants at work
D) Chronic bronchial irritation from smoking

A patient performs ritualistic hand washing. Which action should the nurse implement to help the patient develop more effective coping?

A) Allow the patient to set a hand-washing schedule.
B) Encourage the patient to participate in social activities.
C) Encourage the patient to discuss hand-washing routines.
D) Focus on the patient's symptoms rather than on the patient.

The community health nurse is teaching parents about prevention of the spread and reoccurrence of pediculosis (head lice) . Which should the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)

A) Dryclean nonwashable items.
B) Spray the environment with an insecticide.
C) Seal nonwashable items in a plastic bag for 5 days.
D) Boil combs and brushes for 10 minutes.
E) Discourage sharing of personal items.