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A patient who has previously been treated for a substance use disorder has a relapse and is hospitalized. What is a therapeutic response for the nursing staff caring for the patient?

What is the purpose of treating bipolar disorder with medication?

The responsibility of nursing in a psychiatric unit includes education about medications they are administering.

Which of the following physical findings is the most characteristic of bulimia nervosa?

A 21-year-old college student is admitted to an outpatient mental health clinic with diagnoses of major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and problematic social media use. The client reports “I spend 8-10 hours every day looking at other people’s posts. Everyone seems successful except me. I started taking my roommate’s ADHD medication because it helps me stay awake and study longer.” During the assessment, the nurse notes the following: Sleeping 3 hours per night 8-lb weight loss over the past month Increased irritability Client states, “Sometimes I think everyone would be better off without me.” Which action should the nurse take first?

Which physical finding is commonly associated with anorexia nervosa?

In working with a patient who has delusions, what communication principles should the nurse apply?

A client with narcissistic personality disorder tells the nurse: “I should be treated by the best doctor here. I am more important than the other patients.” What is the best response by the nurse?

The nurse is evaluating a patient with bipolar disorder I and was prescribed lithium therapy a few months ago. Which statement made by the patient would cause the most concern?

A psychiatric nurse is caring for a 35-year-old incarcerated client with a history of antisocial personality disorder and alcohol use disorder. The client was admitted to the mental health unit after becoming increasingly agitated. The nurse notes: Pacing continuously in the room Tremors and sweating Reporting, “I see insects crawling on the wall.” Becoming verbally threatening toward other inmates Which action should the nurse take first?