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A 43-year-old man is referred to the mental health clinic by his employer due to persistent social withdrawal. During assessment, he reports preferring to spend all his free time alone, has no interest in romantic relationships, and shows little emotional expression when discussing personal events. He denies sadness, anxiety, or fear of rejection. Based on the DSM-5 criteria, which findings support a diagnosis of schizoid personality disorder? Select all that apply.

A 42-year-old male with a history of bipolar I disorder is admitted to the psychiatric unit during a manic episode. The nurse observes him pacing rapidly, initiating conversations with multiple patients at once, and frequently interrupting staff to describe new business ideas. His speech is pressured, and he becomes irritable when redirected. Which nursing assessment most accurately links his behaviors to his current mood state?

A client with vancomycin-intermediate-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (VISA) is admitted to the nursing unit. What type of precautions should the nurse institute?

A 73-year-old female is admitted for pneumonia. On day 3 of hospitalization, she becomes increasingly inattentive, repeatedly asks the same questions, and misplaces her call light. She states, “I feel like my thoughts keep slipping away.” Neurological exam is non-focal, vitals are stable, and oxygen saturation is 91% on 2 L/min nasal cannula. Which finding most specifically reflects an acute core cognitive disturbance?

A 17-year-old male with intermittent explosive disorder (IED) and comorbid major depressive disorder is started on fluoxetine 20 mg daily. After two weeks, his mother reports that he has been “talking back more,” staying up late, and getting into verbal arguments over minor issues. Yesterday, he punched a wall after a disagreement with his younger brother – a behavior not seen in over a year. Which clinical explanation best accounts for this change?

A 42-year-old patient with a history of major depressive disorder is admitted to the psychiatric unit after reporting auditory hallucinations and disorganized thought processes following three consecutive nights of poor sleep. The nurse notes the patient has been compliant with antidepressant therapy and shows no signs of medication toxicity. Which nursing intervention is the priority based on the likely cause of these symptoms?

An adolescent assigned male at birth presents with persistent gender dysphoria and is being evaluated for GnRH agonist therapy to delay puberty. Which statement by the nurse reflects an evidence-based understanding of the clinical rationale and ethical considerations surrounding the use of puberty blockers in this context?

A 79-year-old woman with a 10-year history of Alzheimer’s disease is admitted from home due to difficulty swallowing and progressive weight loss. On assessment, she is nonverbal, unable to recognize her family, and is fully dependent for all activities of daily living. She exhibits muscle rigidity and is incontinent of bowel and bladder. Which nursing intervention is the priority at this stage of the disease?

A 14-year-old inpatient with oppositional defiant disorder has begun shouting obscenities during a group therapy session after being asked to participate. The patient crosses their arms, glares at the group leader, and refuses to leave the room when redirected. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for de-escalating the situation while maintaining therapeutic boundaries?

A nurse is educating a patient with major depressive disorder who reports new-onset decreased libido and delayed orgasm after initiating sertraline (an SSRI). Which neurobiological mechanisms related to SSRI use and sexual dysfunction should the nurse include in the explanation? (Select all that apply.)