ATI Mental Health Practice B 2023

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Question 1 of 5

A client who has major depressive disorder states to the nurse that he and his family would be better off if he were gone. Which of the following is the nurse’s priority response?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: "Have you thought of harming yourself?" because it addresses the immediate safety concern of suicidal ideation. It is crucial to assess the client's risk of self-harm or suicide first.
Choice A is not a direct inquiry about self-harm.
Choice B focuses on the current situation but does not address the suicidal statement.
Choice D is more about exploring the history of depressive symptoms rather than assessing immediate risk.

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