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Question 1 of 5

A 16-year-old female client is admitted to the psychiatric unit and states that she is depressed and anxious. The client appears frail and is wearing baggy clothes. When it is time for lunch, the client states, 'I can't eat, I'm already overweight.' What is the best response by the nurse?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: This open-ended response encourages the client to express emotions, providing insight for further assessment and care planning.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is providing teaching to a client and family about schizophrenia before discharge from an inpatient facility. The nurse should instruct the family to notify the healthcare provider when which behavior is observed?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Social withdrawal is a concerning behavior in schizophrenia that may indicate worsening symptoms and should be reported to the healthcare provider.

Question 3 of 5

A client, who is wearing dirty clothes and has a foul body odor, comes to the clinic reporting feeling scared because of a stalker. Which action is most important for the nurse to take?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Assuring an interview with the healthcare provider addresses the client's immediate need for assistance with the reported stalking situation.

Question 4 of 5

A 16-year-old female client is admitted to the psychiatric unit and states that she is depressed and anxious. The client appears frail and is wearing baggy clothes. When it is time for lunch, the client states, 'I can't eat, I'm already overweight.' What is the best response by the nurse?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: This open-ended response encourages the client to express emotions, providing insight for further assessment and care planning.

Question 5 of 5

A client with a history of schizophrenia is admitted to the psychiatric care unit for aggressive behavior, auditory hallucinations, and potential for self harm. The client has not been taking medications as prescribed and insists that the food has been poisoned and refuses to eat. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Providing food in unopened containers addresses the client's delusional concerns about poisoning, encouraging safe food intake.

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