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A client has told you that they have had thoughts of suicide…

A client has told you that they have had thoughts of suicide in the past and previously gathered bottles of medicines to attempt overdose. The client says they have flushed all of the meds down the toilet. The client asks the nurse not to tell their parents about this, as they don’t want to hurt them. What is the nurse’s most appropriate response?

A client takes a maintenance dosage of Lithium carbonate for…

A client takes a maintenance dosage of Lithium carbonate for bipolar disorder. She has come to the community health clinic stating that she “has had the flu for over a week.” She describes her symptoms as nausea, vomiting, runny nose, chest congestion, fever, and severe diarrhea. Her temperature is 100.9°F. She is complaining of blurred vision and “ringing in the ears.” What might the nurse suspect?

A client has been feeling increasingly overwhelmed by work a…

A client has been feeling increasingly overwhelmed by work and school responsibilities. This evening, a friend found them in the garage assembling a noose. When the friend questioned them, the client began to cry. The friend immediately brought the client to the emergency department. To assess suicide potential, which nursing questions are appropriate? (select all that apply)

A client is scheduled for ECT in the morning and needs to be…

A client is scheduled for ECT in the morning and needs to be NPO 6-8 hours prior to the procedure.  The physician approves some of the client’s home meds to be given the morning of the procedure, as well as the necessary medications for the ECT. The nurse is aware that this medication should be held as it would be contraindicated to administer before ECT: