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Question 1 of 5

During a group session, a client who is depressed tells the group that he lost his job. Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Acknowledging the emotional impact validates the client's feelings and fosters therapeutic rapport.

Question 2 of 5

A client with dementia is at risk for falls. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Bed alarms and clear pathways address fall risks directly, promoting safety without restricting mobility or overmedicating.

Question 3 of 5

A suspicious client states, 'I know you nurses are spraying my food with poison as you take it out of the cart.' Which of the following actions would most likely be successful?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Serving sealed foods addresses the client's delusion about poisoning in a practical, non-confrontational way, increasing the likelihood of the client eating.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is conducting an intake interview with an Asian American female who reports sadness, physical and mental fatigue, anxiety, and sleep disturbance. Prior to the client's time with the physician, it is important for the nurse to obtain information about the client's use of which of the following? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: B, C, D, E

Rationale: Herbal medicine, breathing exercises, massage, and folk healers may impact treatment or interact with medications, requiring assessment.

Question 5 of 5

A client with schizophrenia states, 'The government is spying on me through my TV.' Which of the following responses by the nurse is most therapeutic?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Acknowledging the client's belief without agreeing and focusing on reality is therapeutic and non-confrontational.

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