A client newly admitted with Major Depressive Disorder prese…

A client newly admitted with Major Depressive Disorder presents with: Psychomotor retardation Self-isolation in room Minimal verbal response and poor eye contact Declined participation in unit activities Vital signs stable; No acute safety concerns Initial medication dose given 1 hour ago Which initial nursing intervention would be most therapeutic in establishing rapport with this client?

A 15-year-old patient, Jake, has been admitted to a mental h…

A 15-year-old patient, Jake, has been admitted to a mental health unit. He has been rebellious toward staff and has difficulty following rules of the unit. Jake refuses to participate in group therapy and is often alone in his room. During interactions with the nurse, Jake states, “I don’t need to be here. No one understands me, and I don’t care about what any of you have to say.” Match each nurse’s response to whether it is an example of therapeutic or non-therapeutic communication. “I can see you’re feeling angry and frustrated. Could you tell me more about what’s making this experience hard for you?” [answer1] “You shouldn’t feel that way. You are only focused on the negative. Being here is for your own good.” [answer2] “Are you trying to be difficult? If you don’t follow the rules, it will be harder for you here.” [answer3] “I’d like to understand how you’re feeling and I am here to listen when you’re ready.” [answer4] “I understand this must be tough, but no one will help you if you keep shutting them out.” [answer5]

Which of the following highlighted the complexities of menta…

Which of the following highlighted the complexities of mental life?  His ideas have important implications that have shaped modern attitudes about human behavior.   He revealed the id, the ego, and the superego and explained how irrational humans can be.