A nurse is assessing a patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder. The patient expresses feelings of hopelessness and states, 'I don't think anything will ever improve.' What is the priority nursing intervention?

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A nurse is assessing a patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder. The patient expresses feelings of hopelessness and states, 'I don't think anything will ever improve.' What is the priority nursing intervention?

Correct Answer: B

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

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is assessing a patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder. The patient states, 'I don't see the point in anything anymore. I don't care about my life.' What is the priority nursing action?

Correct Answer: A

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

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is assessing a patient diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder. The patient reports feeling tense and unable to relax. Which of the following is the priority nursing diagnosis?

Correct Answer: B

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

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is assessing a patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder who is experiencing the manic phase. The patient is displaying impulsive behaviors. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement first?

Correct Answer: B

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

Question 5 of 5

A patient diagnosed with major depressive disorder has lost 20 pounds in one month, has chronic low self-esteem, and a plan for suicide. The patient has taken antidepressant medication for 1 week. Which nursing intervention has the highest priority?

Correct Answer: A

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

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