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 The nurse is educating a client diagnosed with Munchausen syndrome. Which statement made by the nurse is correct?

The nurse cares for a patient receiving electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). In which position would the nurse place the client immediately after ECT?

What is the priority reason for the nurse to perform a full physical health assessment on a client admitted with a diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)?

A client was admitted to the hospital after being treated in the emergency department for seizures following a head trauma. Within a few minutes of arriving on the floor, the admitting nurse noticed that the client had a difficult time sustaining attention and did not know where she was. Which statement describes the rationale for the abnormal behavior?

The nurse is caring for an angry, aggressive client on an inpatient mental health unit. When multiple least restrictive methods methods fail the physician orders restraints at 3 a.m to keep the client and others safe. Per Joint Commission standards, at what time and by whom does the nurse expect an in-person client evaluation?

The nurse is caring for a patient who is to undergo electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for the treatment of depression. Which of the following actions should the nurse take prior to the scheduled ECT? (Select all that apply.)

An elderly client is exhibiting symptoms of major depressive disorder. A physician is considering prescribing an antidepressant. Which physiological problem should make a nurse question this medication regimen?

The nurse cares for a patient whose spouse of 34 years dies unexpectedly. The patient cries often and becomes socially isolated. The patient’s therapist stresses the importance of proper sleep, nutrition, and exercise. Which statement is true regarding the rationale for the therapist’s advice?

 A client presents in the emergency department with a friend who reports that the client has been sitting in her apartment “staring off into space” and doesn’t seem interested in doing anything. During the assessment, the client reveals, with little emotion, that she was raped 4 months ago. Which of these is the most appropriate interpretation of the client’s lack of emotion?

The nurse cares for a patient on their first day of inpatient alcohol detoxification. Which nursing intervention should the nurse do first?