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Match the alterations in thought to the correct delusion:

The nurse is caring for a client with borderline personality disorder. Two weeks before discharge the nurse discovers the client in the restroom with lacerated wrists. Which explanation best describes the primary reason for the self-injury? 

A client diagnosed with schizophrenia says, “I want to go home to tome to dome.” Which form of thought disorder will the nurse document?

A 6-year-old child is undergoing evaluation due to delayed developmental milestones. The child has a history of Global Developmental Delay and demonstrates deficits in conceptual, social, and practical domains during psychological testing. Based on these findings, which diagnosis is most appropriate?

The nurse is educating a female client who has been prescribed lithium carbonate for the treatment of bipolar disorder. Which instruction should the nurse include regarding this medication?

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A client presents with a pattern of alterations in mood that fluctuates between mania and depression. The client’s family reports this behavior is chronic and recurrent. The nurse understands these symptoms are characteristic of which mood disorder?

The nurse is performing an assessment that requires the use of therapeutic communication techniques.  What is one non-therapeutic technique frequently used in assessment interviews?

A client diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder is admitted for social skills training. Which information should be included in the nurse’s teaching?

When reviewing a client’s admission assessment, the nurse notes that the client was admitted to the mental health unit involuntarily. Based on this type of admission, the nurse should plan to implement which intervention for the client?