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Question 1 of 5

Which goal has the highest priority for an adolescent client who is hospitalized for weight loss related to anorexia nervosa?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Family therapy is the highest priority, as anorexia nervosa often involves family dynamics, and family involvement is crucial for recovery.

Question 2 of 5

A client who is diagnosed with a borderline personality disorder who has self-inflicted lacerations on the abdomen. Which approach should the nurse use when changing this client's dressings?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A non-judgmental approach during the dressing change fosters trust and ensures the client's physical well-being, critical for those with borderline personality disorder.

Question 3 of 5

A client is admitted to the psychiatric inpatient unit with a bandaged flesh wound after attempting self injury by shooting. The client reports going through a divorce one year ago, job loss four months ago, and suffering from a breakup of a current relationship last week. Which is the most likely source of this client's current feelings of depression?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Experiencing a divorce, job loss, and recent breakup are significant life events that contribute to a profound sense of loss, which can lead to feelings of depression.

Question 4 of 5

An 18-year-old client is brought to the emergency department with a suspected drug overdose. Which information is most important for the nurse to obtain from the family?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Knowing the specific drug ingested is critical to determine the appropriate treatment, as different drugs require specific antidotes or interventions.

Question 5 of 5

The occupational health nurse is working with an employee who was just notified that their child was involved in a motor vehicle collision and taken to the hospital. The employee states, 'I can't believe this. What should I do?' Which response is best for the nurse to provide in this crisis?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: This response shows empathy and concern for the client's well-being and helps the client take action to cope with the crisis by providing clear, actionable guidance during a distressing situation.

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An older homeless client visits the psychiatric clinic to obtain a prescription renewal for alprazolam. During the health assessment, the client reports experiencing of chest pain. Which action should the nurse take first?
A young woman is preparing to be discharged from the psychiatric unit. Which nursing intervention is most important for the nurse to Include in this phase of the nurse-client relationship?
The nurse interacts with a client who is very depressed and slow to respond to questions. The nurse asks the client to describe current feelings, but the client looks down at the table. Which action is best for the nurse to implement?

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