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A nurse is working with a client in the orientation phase of Peplau’s therapeutic nurse-client relationship. What is the nurse’s priority during this phase?

After educating a local community group about mental health and mental illness, the instructor determines that the education was successful when the group identifies which concept as reflecting mental disorders?

A client exhibits psychomotor retardation during an interview. Which behavior is the nurse most likely to observe?

The nurse is reinforcing rules and boundaries to a newly admitted client. The nurse is involved with which phase of the therapeutic relationship?

The nurse is evaluating a client’s judgment and insight. Which question would best assess insight?

A client presents with tangential thinking during a mental health assessment. Which behavior would the nurse expect?

A nurse is caring for an adult patient placed in seclusion after exhibiting violent behavior. Which of the following statements by the nurse reflects appropriate understanding of the protocol for discontinuing seclusion?

A patient shares, “I feel like my life is falling apart.” The nurse responds, “Don’t worry, everything will be okay.” Which nontherapeutic communication technique is being used?

A nurse is assessing a client’s concentration. Which of the following is the most appropriate method?

A patient on the psychiatric unit asks why community-based programs are being emphasized for mental health treatment. Which is the best response by the nurse?