A nurse is assessing a client who has a mental illness. Which of the following factors are important when assessing social determinants of mental health? (Select all that apply)

Living in a homeless shelter

Access to a grocery store

Employed part-time at minimum wage

History of diabetes mellitus

Owning a small dog

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B,C

Rationale:

A. Living in a homeless shelter is a significant social determinant that can impact mental health due to instability, lack of privacy, and increased stressors.

B. Access to a grocery store is important because food insecurity and lack of access to nutritious food can negatively affect mental and physical health.

C. Being employed part-time at minimum wage can contribute to financial stress, impacting mental health due to economic instability and potential lack of access to healthcare.

D. While a history of diabetes mellitus is relevant to overall health, it is not a direct social determinant of mental health.

E. Owning a small dog may have a positive impact on mental health due to companionship but is not a primary social determinant in this context.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Rationale:

A. A blood pressure of 102/66 mm Hg is within normal limits for a postoperative client.

B. Straw-colored urine is a normal finding for a postoperative client.

C. A respiratory rate of 18/min is within normal limits.

D. Yellow-green drainage from the surgical incision can indicate infection or other complications and should be reported to the provider for further evaluation.

A. Awareness of potential for self-harm B. Medication compliance C. Information about insurance coverage D. Resources for group therapy in the community

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Rationale:

A. Awareness of potential for self-harm is the priority as it directly impacts the safety and immediate well-being of the client with borderline personality disorder.

B. Medication compliance is important but secondary to immediate safety concerns.

C. Information about insurance coverage is relevant but does not address the immediate psychological safety needs.

D. Resources for group therapy are helpful but not as urgent as ensuring the family is aware of and can respond to self-harm risks.

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