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Question 1 of 5

A client with opioid dependence makes a statement to the nurse about desiring to lead a healthier lifestyle by making changes in the next 2 weeks. How should the nurse respond?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Supporting the client to list small behavioral changes is a person-centered approach that promotes achievable progress toward a healthier lifestyle.

Question 2 of 5

An adolescent male who was arrested a month ago for gang-related activities has a court order to attend weekly group therapy sessions at the mental health clinic. Today his mother calls the clinic nurse to report that her son became angry last night and put his fist through a window. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Advising the mother to call the police if violent behavior occurs again addresses the safety of the client and others, ensuring appropriate intervention.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is leading a group on the inpatient psychiatric unit. Which approach should the nurse use during the working phase of group development?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Discussing ways to use new coping skills learned is appropriate during the working phase, focusing on problem-solving and achieving goals identified earlier.

Question 4 of 5

When a male client is asked about his reason for coming to the mental health clinic, he replies, “It all started because I work in a hostile work environment. My boss would not let me go to a religious service, so I went to human resources, and they didn't want to do anything. It has been a really difficult time for me.” Which response should the nurse provide?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: This response acknowledges the client's feelings and experiences, allowing for further exploration of the issues that brought him to the clinic, fostering therapeutic communication.

Question 5 of 5

A male client arrives at the mental health clinic and asks the nurse for more lithium and the antidepressant amitriptyline that he uses to help him sleep. After reviewing the assessment findings with the healthcare provider, a serum creatinine is obtained. Which information supports the reason for this laboratory test?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Lithium is excreted by the kidneys, and monitoring creatinine levels assesses renal function, guiding dosage to prevent toxicity.

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