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An adult client presents to the community mental health center accompanied by the client's spouse who reports that the client has been acting impulsively. The client has spent a large amount of money lately, made several last-minute decisions to take trips, sleeps only 2 to 4 hours a night, and has lost 33 pounds (15 kg) in the last 2 months. Which nursing problem has the greatest nursing priority?

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Rationale: The client's impulsive behavior increases the risk of self-directed violence, making it the most urgent nursing priority due to potential immediate harm.

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