A client with major depressive disorder says to the nurse. 1 don't think I can go on living like this anymore." Which of the following responses by the nurse demonstrate nontherapeutic communication techniques? (Select all that apply.)

During a psychiatric assessment, a client displays behaviors consistent with fixation at the oral stage of Freud's psychosexual development. Which of the following behaviors would most likely indicate oral fixation according to Freud's theory?

A client who recently lost their spouse exhibits signs of withdrawal, expresses feelings of hopelessness, and reports difficulty sleeping and eating. Which stage of grief is the client most likely experiencing, and what is the nurse's most appropriate intervention?

A nurse is assessing a client who lost their spouse 11 months ago. The client reports persistent sadness, withdrawal from social activities, and states, "I still talk to him every night and can't imagine a future without him." Which of the following are signs and symptoms of complicated grieving? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse in a pediatric behavioral unit is assessing a 6-year-old child who has been exhibiting regressive behaviors such as thumb-sucking clinging to the parent and expressing jealousy toward a newborn sibling. According to Freud's stages of psychosexual development, which of the following interpretations is most consistent with the child's behavior?

A patient 38-year-old patient came back from the army and is experiencing signs and symptoms of PTSD. What findings are expected in a patient with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? (Select All that Apply.)

A nurse is caring for a patient with schizophrenia who has been prescribed aripiprazole. Which statement best reflects the primary therapeutic action of this medication?

A nurse is caring for a client with schizophrenia who has been receiving haloperidol for the past 10 days. The client becomes increasingly restless, frequently shifting in their chair, and states. "I feel like I need to keep moving, but I don't know why." Vitals are stable, and no distress is reported aside from the restlessness. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

A psychiatric nurse is caring for a client with severe depression who refuses medication due to fear of side effects. The client expresses hopelessness but is not suicidal. The nurse believes that medication could significantly improve the client's condition. Which nursing action best demonstrates the principle of beneficence?

A nurse is caring for a client hospitalized for major depressive disorder who states, "I've made so many mistakes in life. My family would be better off without me." Which of the following is the most therapeutic response by the nurse?

A psychiatric nurse is assigned to advocate for equitable access to mental health services for a diverse patient population in an underserved community. Several clients require specialized therapy, but limited resources restrict availability to only a few individuals. Which action by the nurse best reflects the principle of justice?