A community psychiatric nurse assesses that a patient diagnosed with a mood disorder is more depressed than on the previous visit a month ago; however, the patient says, 'I feel the same.' Which intervention supports the nurse's assessment while preserving the patient's autonomy?

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A community psychiatric nurse assesses that a patient diagnosed with a mood disorder is more depressed than on the previous visit a month ago; however, the patient says, 'I feel the same.' Which intervention supports the nurse's assessment while preserving the patient's autonomy?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse worked with a patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder who was severely withdrawn and dependent on others. After 3 weeks, the patient did not improve. The nurse is at risk for what emotional response?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia is experiencing auditory hallucinations. The nurse states, 'I understand you are hearing voices. Can you tell me what they are saying?' Which therapeutic communication technique is the nurse using?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is working with a patient diagnosed with bulimia nervosa. Which of the following signs should the nurse assess for in this patient?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing fluctuating cognition and visual hallucinations. Which of the following types of dementia should the nurse expect this client to have?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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