A client experiencing depression states, “I feel so hopeless.” Which response by the nurse demonstrates effective therapeutic communication?
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A nurse is caring for a client with schizophrenia who is exh…
A nurse is caring for a client with schizophrenia who is exhibiting aggressive behavior. What is the best initial nursing intervention?
A client experiencing a psychiatric crisis is at risk for se…
A client experiencing a psychiatric crisis is at risk for self-harm. What is the priority nursing action?
A psychiatric nurse is using the nursing process to assess a…
A psychiatric nurse is using the nursing process to assess a client. Which of the following is the correct sequence of the five steps of the nursing process?
A nurse is explaining the difference between eustress and di…
A nurse is explaining the difference between eustress and distress to a client. Which statement best describes eustress?
The nurse is assessing a post-op pneumonia patient. Which fi…
The nurse is assessing a post-op pneumonia patient. Which finding requires immediate intervention?
A psychiatric nurse is educating a client about integrative…
A psychiatric nurse is educating a client about integrative care in mental health treatment. Which statement best explains the benefits of integrative care?
A nurse is acting as an advocate for a client in a psychiatr…
A nurse is acting as an advocate for a client in a psychiatric facility. Which of the following actions best represents patient advocacy?
A nurse is assessing a child with suspected autism spectrum…
A nurse is assessing a child with suspected autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Which of the following findings is most characteristic of ASD?
A client with schizophrenia is experiencing an acute psychot…
A client with schizophrenia is experiencing an acute psychotic episode and is exhibiting violent behavior. What is the nurse’s priority intervention?