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ATI NURS 4850 Mental Health Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is hospitalized for the treatment of severe depression. Which of the following nursing approaches is therapeutic to include in the client’s plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Spending time sitting with the client. This approach is therapeutic because it demonstrates empathy, provides emotional support, and creates a safe space for the client to express their feelings. It helps build a trusting nurse-client relationship, which is crucial in treating depression. Playing a game of chess (
A) may not address the client's emotional needs. Giving choices (
B) and encouraging decision-making (
C) may overwhelm a client with severe depression. Sitting with the client (
D) allows for non-verbal communication and connection.
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