A teenager who is rejected by a peer says, “They must already have a boyfriend” to rationalize the rejection. What type of defense mechanism is this?
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A client in a state of severe anxiety is exhibiting confusio…
A client in a state of severe anxiety is exhibiting confusion and feelings of impending doom. What nursing intervention would be most appropriate for this client?
In the case of involuntary admission to a mental health faci…
In the case of involuntary admission to a mental health facility, which of the following statements is true regarding the rights of the client?
What are the primary characteristics of a therapeutic nurse-…
What are the primary characteristics of a therapeutic nurse-client relationship?
In an emergency situation where a nurse initiates seclusion…
In an emergency situation where a nurse initiates seclusion or restraint without a prior written prescription, what is the nurse required to do afterward?
In an acute mental health care setting, which nursing role i…
In an acute mental health care setting, which nursing role is essential for ensuring safe medication administration?
Which of the following rights is guaranteed to clients with…
Which of the following rights is guaranteed to clients with mental health disorders under civil rights laws?
When collecting data about a client’s communication needs, w…
When collecting data about a client’s communication needs, what should the nurse consider?
What is the primary purpose of therapeutic communication in…
What is the primary purpose of therapeutic communication in the context of nursing care for clients with mental health disorders?
Which of the following best describes the emotional climate…
Which of the following best describes the emotional climate that should be fostered in a therapeutic milieu?